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DOG ATTACK SCARS BOY Declen, four, has plastic surgery, but anima is allowed to live A FOUR-YEAR-OLD boy needed emergency plastic surgery after being bitten on the face by a mongrel dog.
Declen Joynson spent almost 48 hours in Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool after being mauled on Wharton Road, Winsford, last Wednesday. His dad Gareth, 27, is furious that the mongrel who bit his son hasn’t been put down following the attack. Police say the dog isn’t considered dangerous as it has not savaged anyone else before. “The police were informed but for some reason the dog hasn’t been destroyed,” said Gareth, of Bollin Avenue. “They said it isn’t on the ‘dangerous dogs’ list and it was its first attack. “My son’s face is a right mess. It’s been ripped to bits and he’s got puncture marks in the side of his head. He could even have been killed.” Declen needed more than 60 stitches in his face and head following the ordeal, which happened minutes after he had been picked up by his mum, Sarah White, from Smallworld pre-school on Leaf Lane. The dog had been left tied to a lamppost outside the One Stop Shop.
By Dave Goodban Gareth said: “Declen was in the shop with his mum and he’d come outside to get in the car and the dog jumped at him and bit his face.” The family have now had to get rid of their own dog, a six-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier bitch called Sasha, because Declen became terrified of it after the attack. “He’s grown up with Sasha but now he won’t go near her. He’s too scared,” said Gareth. “He’s improving now he’s back at home but his scarring isn’t going to go away,” he added. “It’s there for life. He’s got to go back to Alder Hey this week for a check-up and to see whether he needs more surgery.” Chief Inspector Damien Smethurst said: “The dog was on a leash tied up outside the store and unfortunately the child was bitten by the dog when he approached it. “We understand that the child had been left unattended whilst his mother went into the store. “The dog has been placed on the Dog Bite register and the owner has volunteered to muzzle it in future.”
MAULED: Declen Joynson who had to undergo plastic surgery after being mauled by a dog. RS160209Declan-006
Armed robber jailed AN armed robber who targeted the Co-op in Weaverham and threatened a teenage shop assistant with a knife has been locked up. Carl Dingle, 24, of Wright Avenue, Rudheath, was jailed for 40 months by Judge Roger Dutton at Chester Crown Court on Thursday. Dingle, who is subject to a two-year ASBO banning him from Northwich town centre from 7pm-7am, burst into the Northwich Road store at about 9.50pm on Tuesday, January 6. He was armed with a six-inch kitchen knife and jumped over the counter, deCAGED: manding ASBO thug cash from the Carl Dingle. till. The 17-year-old shop worker refused to hand over any cash so Dingle grabbed some booze and cigarettes and fled. Cheshire police this week welcomed the judge’s decision lock up persistent trouble-maker Dingle, who had the two-year ASBO slapped on him as soon as him was released from prison for an assault. Spokeswoman Shelley Williams said: “The custodial sentence removes Dingle from the community. He had his chances but persisted in his anti-social behaviour. “He’s continually displayed a blatant disregard and contempt for the law and prosecuting authorities and his imprisonment will come as welcome news to police and residents of Northwich alike.” She said Dingle’s criminal activities had got progressively worse. “He had armed himself with a weapon prior to the robbery, putting not only the shop worker but, potentially, other members of the public in danger. “The sentence sends out a strong message that such crimes will not be tolerated.”
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CHILDREN at High Street Primary in Winsford did their bit for the environment during a fun project. Year Six recycling officers Caitlin Casselden, 10 and Cralin Wilson, 11, organised a competition for the younger pupils to build their own 'robots' out of recyclable materials. Five-year-old Alex Motherwell was first with Charley Macen, also five, second and six-year-old Adam Lamb third.
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WINNERS: Adam Lamb, Alex Motherwell and Charley Macen (front row l-r) with 'recycling officer' Caitlin Casselden and assistant head Chris Stelling. JK110209HighStPS-002
Cash windfall for county’s roads AN EXTRA £13m to improve roads across the North West has been announced by the Government. The funding – which is in addition to the £285m already allocated for highways maintenance in the region – will allow councils to upgrade local roads, bringing benefits to residents, businesses and visitors. Cheshire County Council, and the two unitary authorities which will replace it in April this year, will get
£2.54m in 2009 and £2.77m in 2010. Transport Minister Paul Clark said: “High quality local road networks are vital to communities; connecting people with work, shops, services, families and friends. “This additional funding will allow local authorities to carry out improvements to important local highways bringing benefits to all who use the roads.” This funding will be used to carry
out improvements such as road resurfacing, bridge maintenance and street lighting. The first round of funding will be made available from April this year so councils can start planning improvements immediately. The remainder will be provided next April. This will provide a core trunk road network that will primarily serve local needs.
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A MAN accused of robbery and possession of cannabis has been remanded in custody by a judge at Chester Crown Court. Dean Lowe, 24, was charged after an incident on Saturday, January 24, on Darnhall School Lane, Winsford. Lowe, of High Street, Winsford appeared before Judge Elgan Edwards and was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on March 10, when he is expected to enter a plea.
Green light for houses
WINSFORD Town Council’s planning sub-committee has given its backing to plans for 17 new houses and four bungalows to be built on land at Beaulieu Avenue on the Wharton Estate. The group recommended the proposals for approval at a meeting last Monday and the application will now be considered by Vale Royal Borough Council’s planning department.
Venue to host jazz night
‘JAZZ at the Players’ returns to Davenham featuring the Manchester-based Stuart McCallum Trio. The concert takes place on Thursday, next week, at Davenham Players Theatre on Church Street from 8pm. Tickets, priced £6 and £5 for concessions, are available on 01606 41597.
Mayor’s dinner date
THE final Winsford town mayor’s dinner dance at the Civic Hall will take place on Friday. Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start, and tickets are £20, which includes a four-course meal. All proceeds will go to help motor neurone disease and autism sufferers. To book, or for more information, call the town council office on 01606 593582.
Charity trip to theatre
A THEATRE trip is being organised by a Winsford woman to raise money for the Anthony Nolan Trust. Tickets for the trip to see Blood Brothers at Manchester Opera House in October are available now, priced £38 including return coach travel, from Susan Barrow on 01606 557386.
Make a date with MP
EDDISBURY MP Stephen O’Brien will be holding a surgery for his Mid Cheshire constituents on Friday, February 20, at Winsford Conservative Club, Ways Green, from 4.30-6pm. To make an appointment call Mary Hodge on 020 7219 6315 or email obriens@parliament.uk.
Chimney fire at pub
A CHIMNEY fire started at a pub in Little Leigh at 10.50pm on Saturday. The blaze broke out at The Holly Bush on Warrington Road but units from Northwich and Stockton Heath managed to stop the flames spreading to the pub’s thatched roof.
Pharmacy open longer THE Co-op Pharmacy on Drillfield Road, Northwich is open from 9am-1pm every Saturday, the NHS announced this week.
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Students come from Nowhere to win film role BEST mates and bandmates Sam Bell and Conrad Ellis are on the long and winding road to Hollywood after winning roles in a new biopic of John Lennon.
Nowhere Boy chronicles the life of the Beatles legend, following his footsteps from birth to a Hamburg-bound teenager destined for stardom, via his meeting with kindred spirit and fellow fledgling genius Paul McCartney. And 17-year-old Mid-Cheshire College students Sam and Conrad, who started Winsford band The Targets together five years ago, will be rubbing shoulders with the Olivier Award and
By Dave Goodban BAFTA-winning actress Kristin Scott Thomas after landing parts in the film, due for release next year. Sam, who plays bass guitar in the band and lives on Vauxhall Way, will play Eric Griffiths, a schoolfriend of Lennon and the co-founder of his pre-Beatles project, The Quarrymen. “This will the first real acting I've done, but I'm a massive Beatles fan and I can't wait to get started,” he said. “It's going to be amazing.” Conrad, of Troutbeck Grove, is The Targets' lead singer and guitarist. He will appear as an extra in
WORLD Cup legend Nobby Stiles will headline an evening of top entertainment at Arley Hall and Gardens next month. The former England and Manchester United star, who is one of only two Englishmen to win both the World and European cups, will grace Arley’s new Olympia development on Wednesday, March 18, from 7pm. The midfielder will be on hand to recall his tales of football glory, including his famous ‘jig’ at Wembley in 1966 while carrying the Jules Rimet Trophy. Wisecracking former sports commentator Malcolm Lord will host the glitzy evening at the famous estate, which will feature a three-course meal, followed by an auction and raffle. Tickets are £38 per person. For details or to book tickets, call 01565 777 353.
a string of scenes, which will be filmed on location in Liverpool and in Studios in London beginning next month. The pair were initially persuaded to audition for the roles of Lennon and McCartney by music producer Steve Powell while recording two EPs with him last year. But after impressing the casting crew Sam was called back and eventually picked for the role of Eric. Kristin Scott Thomas will play Lennons' formidable aunt Mimi, who raised him from the age of five, while Shameless star Anne-Marie Duff takes on the role of his mum, Julia.
Demolition contested
A LONG-RUNNING dispute over a housing development in Weaverham will go to court in April. Anaconda Investments Ltd appeared before magistrates in Chester on Thursday on a charge of failing to comply with an enforcement notice. The case relates to the firm's failure to demolish Block A of a housing development on Wallerscote Road after it had contravened planning permission. The order was ignored and Vale Royal Borough Council subsequently initiated legal proceedings. The trial will start on Thursday, April 2.
TICKET TO RIDE: Sam Bell, has landed a starring role in John Lennon biopic Nowhere Boy. VT140209 SAM-007
FAB THREE: Paul McCartney, George Harrison and John Lennon in the Cavern Club.
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Quartet face judge on GBH charge
Fire report sparks concern at station
FOUR Weaverham men will appear before a judge at Chester Crown Court next month accused of GBH. They have all been charged in connection with an assault on 33-year-old Paul Taylor under the bridge on Northwich Road in May last year. Brothers Adam and Jonathan Pacey, 20 and 24 respectively, of Willow Green, and 21-year-old Jonathan Yould, of Northwich Road, will enter pleas to the charge on March 3. They are all currently on bail. Nineteen-year-old Matthew Amphlett, also of Northwich Road, is currently in custody and will appear at Chester on March 2.
FOUR fire engines were called out to Greenbank Station on Thursday night after reports of a fire on a train. Appliances from Knutsford, Middlewich, Northwich and Winsford were sent out at 9.45pm. The train had to be evacuated. But it soon emerged it was a false alarm. A spokeswoman for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said there was ‘no trace of a fire’, but said they were not treating the report as a hoax. “It appears the call was not malicious but born of good intentions. It’s much better to be safe than sorry,” she added.
Child care given welcome boost
Police speed up 999 call response
THE regional director of the Royal College of Nursing in the North West is “delighted” the Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the postcode lottery of young people's care in the UK. Steve Flanagan said: “The additional funding announced for children with disabilities and palliative care needs will go some way to enable care and support at home. We also welcome the recognition of the role of school nurses and health visitors.”
CHESHIRE Constabulary has improved its response to calls from the public for help. Peter Nurse, Cheshire Police Authority chairman, said: “We have made significant investment to improve this, providing security for the people of Cheshire.” The Call Handling Centre monitors the calls taken. The checks show 81% of calls exceed the standards set. The centre won two awards in the Regional Call NorthWest Awards.
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NEWSFile Murder ruled out
DETECTIVES investigating the death of a student killed by a car have ruled out murder. Seventeen-year-old Ashley O’Brien, of Collingtee Avenue, Winsford, was hit by a red Vauxhall Corsa on Winsford Industrial Estate at 1.35am on Saturday, January 31, and later died of his injuries. Two males aged 16 and 17 were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, but were not charged. They will answer bail on March 31. Det Sgt Simon Newell told The Chronicle he does not think Mr O’Brien was deliberately targeted. He said: “That line of enquiry was explored and has been investigated and subsequently ruled out.”
Coffee mates needed
THE Meningitis Trust is looking for women to get together and hold a coffee break on its behalf this International Women’s Day, on March 8. It’s one of the Trust’s most popular annual events and has raised more than £1.2, enabling them to continue supporting people and families living with the impact of meningitis. All ladies have to do is get some girlfriends together and charge a fixed cost or ask for a donation for every drink, slice of cake or biscuit. The Trust even supplies an information pack and goodies by calling 0845 120 4530, e-mailing coffeebreak@meningitis-trust.org or visiting www.meningitis-trust.org
‘Woolies’ pay-off hope
UNION chiefs are trying to get redundant Woolworths staff compensation of up to 90 days pay. Usdaw is applying to an employment tribunal for a Protective Award on behalf of workers in both stores and distribution centres who are covered by their bargaining agreements. John Gorle, Usdaw National Officer said: “Employees gave their all in the final days of trading in very difficult circumstances and were entitled to be treated better than this. “We will now be taking the legal route to send a message to all administrators.”
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Who will be the royal successor? THE selection of Northwich’s 2009 Carnival Queen will take place on Sunday. Hartford High School pupil Ashleigh Ball, from Greenbank, was the star of last year’s show. But her 12-month tenure is coming to and end and organisers are looking for a new jewel in the carnival crown. “We’re looking for young ladies aged 13-15 to be the new queen, and we’re hoping for a big turn out,” said carnival spokeswoman Barbara Turner. The new queen will be chosen on Sunday afternoon at the Gladstone Club on Station Road. Doors open at noon and candidates have until 1pm to register before the new belle of the ball is selected. Organisers are also looking for boys and girls aged five-15 to be part of the retinue. Barbara said: “The roles of bouquet bearer, empress, princess, rosebud and fairy queen are up for grabs for the girls. “And for the boys we have crown-bearer, sceptre-bearer and sword-bearer. “We also need three and four-year- olds to be our fairies and elves, so there are plenty of spots available!” Parents wishing to find out more should telephone Barbara Turner on 01606 76113.
£5,000 prize is up for grabs ALL Cheshire schools are in with a chance of scooping £5,000 thanks to Becta, the Government agency for technology in learning, and Comic Relief. Becta and Comic Relief are calling for all schools to get involved in Red Nose Day 09 with a competition to find the regions’s top classroom talent. In support of this year’s Comic Relief theme - – Do Something Funny for Money’ – the competition encourages schools to perform something silly for laughs and upload their own content on to the Red Nose Day Schools Showcase. Schools are in with a chance of winning £5,000 worth of ICT equipment. The competition hopes children and teachers will embrace technology in the classroom, showcasing both humour and the innovative use of computing facilities. Entries can be anything from singing to dancing to stand-up comedy. Only one entry per school and all entries must be uploaded before March 31.
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Government Young dancers impress judges inquiry will rule on gas storage bid A PUBLIC inquiry will be held to decide whether an energy company's plans to create 10 underground gas caverns in Rudheath are given the green light. Cheshire County Council rejected the controversial proposal, and another to build two 58km pipelines between Northwich and Wirral and a pumping house at East Clifton, Frodsham. King Street Energy Ltd (KSEL) has submitted two appeals and the Government will now make the final decisions. Project manager for Cheshire County Council environmental control, Steve Molloy said: “Two planning appeals were submitted – one for the King Street Energy operation and the site itself and then a second for the pipeline and associated pumping stations. “The appeal has been lodged and there will now be a public inquiry in several months which will probably last several weeks. “A report will then be pre-
By Paul Mannion pared by the inquiry officer and given to the Secretary of State. “Both appeals will be tracked as one report simply because the nature and scale of the operation required an environmental impact assessment to be made. “We have to look at the total impact of the project as a whole, we cannot break it into pieces or look at it on a piece meal basis.” KSEL wants to carve out the caverns using water pumped from the River Mersey to store 200 million cubic metres of natural gas under land off King Street. The company also hopes to build two pipelines stretching from Northwich to Bromborough, pumping 8.6 million tonnes of salt into the Mersey Estuary over a period of seven years. Three pumping stations along the route would also be required.
PROUD: Youngsters and teachers at Northwich Dance Company acheived top marks in a recent assessment. CHILDREN at Northwich Dance Company wowed judges and achieved a 100% pass rate at an examination session. Around 30 youngsters, aged between four and 13, took exams in ballroom, Latin and
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Town has missed a chance to modernise JUSTWilliam The musings of a middle-aged man from Middle England THERE is a saying that life is what happens while you make plans. Well life is happening in Northwich whilst the plans for the Northwich Vision remain just that – plans. We still have no cinema after the Regal closed its doors two years ago, and there are no plans for a purpose-built theatre that could have been used by local societies and professional companies. We have no new buildings worthy of the name in the town if you discount flats and houses. The fact is, whether councillors like it or not, there is less to do in our town now than there was when I was a young man. We had two cinemas, Regal and Plaza, and even when the Plaza closed the Regal management opened up Regal 2. We had the Memorial Hall that every weekend in those far off days hosted all the major rock groups of the period. What we have now is a town centre that at weekends is virtually a no-go area for anyone over 30. What in heaven's name has happened over the last 40 years or so? The town has been allowed to stagnate to a degree that is hard to comprehend. The chance to utilise our two rivers has been squandered, all that stands on them are flats and apartments when what was really needed was total regeneration, with a cinema, a theatre, shops, cafes, bars, and maybe even some water taxis to ferry people from one location to another. It is all very well saying these things cost money, but in the long term they would have been a massive asset to the area. What is the point of keeping taxes down and leaving the people with nothing to do? Money we could have spent in our cinema, in our theatre, in our shops, bars and cafes is now being spent in places such as Crewe, Chester and Altrincham. We are now in a recession – any chance that this stagnation could be halted and reversed has now been lost and is unlikely to recur in the foreseeable future. When the opportunity does return, as I am sure it will, I beg the leaders of our town and district not to let the chance to modernise our town go begging again.
Fed up with all the flyers?
ENOUGH is enough – it’s got to stop! In the last two days I’ve had two leaflets through my door asking for donations of clothing for third world charities and collection bags for National Blind Children’s Society, Barnardo’s and Help The Aged. I’m not anti-charity. I have regular direct debits to as many as I can afford to support. I do know where the charity shops are though, and I can take my donations to them. If not, I know that I can ask a neighbour who might be passing to drop them in for me. What I can’t do is keep filling these damn bags that drop through my door. The two leaflets aren’t even charities, they are commercial companies! Is there no legislation somewhere that stops these people putting these things through my letterbox week in week out? How much stuff do they think I have to throw out? The only thing I have to throw out at the moment are these damn bags! ‘SAX’ (via email)
Line dance night success
I STAGED a charity line dance social night on January 23 at Tarporley Community Centre, and the event raised more than £1,000. I am sharing the money between Winsford man Gary Steele’s Leighton Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group, and Tarporley War Memorial Hospital. And I would like to say a massive ‘thank you’ to all the line dancers (and non-dancers!) who attended and supported the evening. WIN BOND
History of Barons Quay
AS IT WAS: The Moore & Brock site at Barons Quay in Northwich in the early 20th century. IN VIEW of the recent demolition of the Moore & Brock site at Barons Quay I thought a brief history could be of interest to readers. The area was used by Northwich Carrying Company Ltd, which was formed in 1883 by local slate merchant Thomas Moore to carry goods between Northwich and Liverpool. GH Brock joined him as co-director in 1906. The company was used by many small businesses and shopkeepers as well as by Brunner Mond after its formation in 1874, to carry salt and chemCoates, says: ‘We must be realistic and accept that in the current economic climate, the entire process will inevitably take longer to come to fruition.’ So lets hope that the riverside site behind the old Electricity Showroom in Loch Street, now on the market, will find an investor to develop it as part of that long advocated Northwich Vision. STUART HOGG Whitegate
Floatel closure Farm visit a not unexpected real eye-opener
I WAS sorry, if not surprised, to see the Floatel close. Personally it always struck me as something of a curiosity but at best it was somewhere for visitors to stay in the town centre and, presumably, flood-proof! Sadly we now have two eyesores on two prime British Waterways-owned sites: ie the Regal Cinema and The Floatel. Though ‘still committed to the Northwich Vision’, BW’s development manager, Mike
Have you ever wondered where your food comes from? Or visited the countryside and wanted to know more about the environment and wildlife? Then a free guided farm walk on Sunday, March 1, at Shipbrook Hill Farm, Manor Lane, Whatcroft could be just the thing for you and your family. Shipbrook Hill Farm is an excellent example of a family-run mixed farm which rears traditional breeds of beef cattle and a small flock of
icals. An early shareholder was WJYarwood, who built and repaired a number of the vessels. From 1920 the company built coasters with local names like Hatchmere, Pickmere and Redesmere to trade along the east coast. But river transport became less economically viable due to the challenge from road and rail and the company was wound up in 1932. The Northwich Carrying Company name was sold for £5. Moore & Brock’s considerable
sheep. It’s 335 acres and lies either side of the River Dane. The farm, run by the Bennett family, was the former site of Shipbrook Castle, built by Richard de Vernon, who came to Britain in 1066 with William the Conqueror. It has many walks and trails which are perfect to discover the beauty of the Cheshire countryside. Organised by Myerscough College, thanks to funding from Natural England, the farm visit starts at 10.30am and finishes at 1.30pm. There will be free refreshments but all visitors are asked to bring a packed lunch. Appropriate footwear, such as wellington boots and waterproof clothing, is advised. Representatives of Myerscough College will be available to talk about the environment schemes the farm is involved in that encourage habitats for wildlife. They will also answer any questions from the public about farming and the countryside. For further information, or to book a place, contact me. RITA HEATHCOTE 01995 642145.
premises were also used to store builder’s merchants’ materials and its large four-storey warehouse was burnt down several years ago in mysterious, some say suspicious, circumstances. Following the discovery in the early 1990s that most land in the area could subside within 15 years, the value of the site was drastically reduced and the company ceased trading. STUART HOGG President, Northwich and District Heritage Society
Funds needed for dementia
THE Government’s focus on early diagnosis and support within its National Dementia Strategy is undoubtedly a step in the right direction. However, it needs to be backed up by a commitment to allocate more funds for research into the causes and treatment of the disease. After years of well-funded research, early diagnosis now gives people with cancer the very real hope of recovery, yet without essential research, early diagnosis brings no such hope for dementia patients. As a charity for older people, this issue is high on our agenda. We raise funds to support essential research which aims to bring a cure for these degenerative and heart-breaking conditions. One such project is a major medical research study called The Disconnected Mind (www.disconnectedmind.org.uk). The research will lead to a greater understanding of the effects that lifestyles and genes have on mental decline, which in turn should lead to
the recipe for successful mental ageing. We live in a rapidly ageing society, and the number of people with dementia is set to double within a generation, so it is heartening to see the issue getting attention. However, if we are to achieve the successes for dementia that we now enjoy for cancer, we need to give the condition the funding and priority it deserves – now. DR LORNA LAYWARD Senior research manager, Help the Aged, (by email)
Search for soldier’s family
I HAVE a First World War medal and I’m trying to find a relative of the recipient to see if they would like it back. The medal is the Great War for Civilisation 1914-1918, the gentleman’s name on the medal is PTE Etheridge, Manchester Regiment. I’d really like to find a family member to return the medal to them. Many thanks. V WARING db.waring@ntlworld.com
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Wendy wins birthday makeover WINCHAM’S Wendy Collins got an early birthday present when she was picked out of the hat as the winner of a £250 makeover. We teamed up with Specsavers Opticians to offer one lucky Chronicle reader the chance to win a new pair of designer glasses and a pampering session with a qualified beautician. And Wendy, of Hewitt Grove, who turned 35 on Monday, was delighted to be revealed as the winner last Wednesday. The freelance studio singer will receive her makeover next month, and will be able to choose her own new pair of glasses from Specsavers’ Winsford store on Queens Parade.
“You can earn up to £4,250 a year tax AN ENTREPRENEUR from Northwich reckons the recession has free renting a room out. Some landprovided the ideal time for him to lords earn more than £6,000 a year launch his new business. doing it. “That's vital cash that could keep a Former Hartford High School pupil Gareth Pugh, 26, has started up family afloat during the hard year www.flatmaterooms.co.uk, a website ahead.” The concept of putting landlords and that matches tenants and landlords tenants together on the internet isn't with a spare room to let. And he's confident it will “revolu- new. But Gareth claims he has worked out tionise” the way people rent rooms out. Gareth came up with the idea while a simpler business model to other travelling in Ireland and believes the sites, where the landlord pays for the adverts and tenants get recession will see it full access for free – cutquickly attract a large ting out the estate agent. customer base. “Tests show this helps “I needed somewhere to the landlord rent their stay in Dublin and went room much more quickly, into an internet café to earning them money inlook for adverts for stantly,” he said. rooms,” said Gareth, who “Buying or renting a grew up in Winnington. property is out of reach “Chatting to the other for many people, and people using computers many homeowners are there, I realised they were really feeling the pinch at after the same thing. The the moment. This idea demand for rooms is puts the two together so massive in every town Gareth Pugh and city. everyone benefits.”
Advice on how to maximise resourses BUSINESSES in the county could save large sums of money by becoming more resource efficient. Groundwork Cheshire’s e3 business service, which works to improve the local environment and the success of local business, is offering companies free resource efficiency audits of their premises.
Tuesday’s terrible – official TUESDAY is officially the most depressing day of the week for the work-weary North West, a new study of 2,000 adults shows. One in five residents questioned told Chicago Town – which had commissioned the survey – that, with ‘Moaning Monday’ over, the realisation they are still four whole work-days away from the weekend is almost too much to bear. The nation is likely to see more work disagreements and domestic disharmony than any other day. But what gets 48% of workers through a dull Tuesday is the thought of seeing family or a loved one after work.
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South Atlantic tour of duty for regiment SOLDIERS from the Mercian Regiment are in the far-off Falklands. ‘A’ Company from the 1st Battalion, which has succeeded the Cheshires regiment, is spending the next three months deployed in the South Atlantic carrying out infantry duties. Soldiers arrived on the islands, 8,000 miles distant, over New Year. The company has been deployed with a wide range of weapons, including mortars and anti-tank missiles and engineering equipment. Ops officer Capt Ben Smyth said: “A Company was last in the Falklands in 2001 and many of our soldiers have extremely fond memories of the tasks and patrols. “They particularly remember being made very welcome by the islanders. “We’re all looking forward to getting on with our job here”. Officer Commanding A Company Maj Rob Prentice said: “The opportunity to come to the Falklands is a fantastic one, not only to prove ourselves but also because of the training possibilities. “The men are all looking forward to undertaking our activities and having the opportunity to meet some of the islanders whom we have heard are very friendly and welcoming.” A 16,000 ton Royal Fleet Auxiliary landing ship is also in the Falklands which, with air support, is IN SERVICE: The Mercian Regiment members have been deployed to the Falklands for the next three enabling the soldiers to take part months. in joint service training.
Hall set for a new life BOLD plans to flatten Winsford Civic Hall and replace it with a multi-million pound ‘landmark’ building have been backed by town councillors. Winsford Cross Developments Ltd (WCDL) wants to demolish the 42-year-old building on Dene Drive and replace it with a new four-storey facility to house public sector workers and a medical centre. Winsford Town Council’s planning sub-committee, Cllrs Tom Blackmore, Malcolm Gaskill, Jo Gaskill, Nick Harris and Derek Wright, recommended the proposals for approval at a meeting at Wyvern House last week. Vale Royal Borough Council’s plan-
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ning chiefs will now consider the application on March 17. “In a way it’s sad because the building has served the town well over the years, and a lot of people have happy memories of it,” said mayor Cllr Des Worthington. “But I hope what replaces it will be for the betterment of the town and will be something of which we can be proud.” Activity will transfer from the civic hall, which was opened in December, 1967, to the town’s new £10.8m Lifestyle
Centre from April 1 when the new Cheshire West and Chester Council comes into power. WCDL is behind a series of planning applications to renovate the town centre. All of them have met with solid support from councillors.
They describe the company’s submission of blueprints for the project as “welcome news”. Winsford Town Council has approved initial plans for the revamp of the shopping centre and Fountain Court – providing the two town centre cenotaphs are not moved.
NEWSFile Horse hit by car
A RIDERLESS horse died after being hit by a car on the A54 Chester-Winsford Road in the early hours of Friday. Police closed the stretch from the Sandibrow lights at Oakmere past the Fishpool Inn near Abbey Lane after the collision at 6.50am, causing traffic chaos. The road was reopened at 10.15am. Police spokeswoman Shelley Williams said the driver of the Vauxhall Astra, from Crewe, was taken to Leighton Hospital with neck injuries, but was released later the same day. The horse, owned by a woman from Kelsall, is believed to have escaped from a field.
Ramblers plan season
DAVENHAM Rambling Society is holding its annual meeting on Monday, March 2, at 8pm, at The Bulls Head. The meeting will be an opportunity to have a say in what goes on within the group and come up with new ideas for walk venues and social activities for the year. “Suggestions will be welcomed, along with information regarding the nominated charity,” said spokeswoman Sue Mulder. For more information call 01606 330480.
Drugs accusation
A WINSFORD man accused of illegal money lending and possessing drugs and a stun gun has appeared at Chester Crown Court. Craig Batin, 38, of Esk Road, did not enter pleas to the three charges at a hearing on Friday and the case was adjourned until Friday, February 27.
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FIRE crews were called out after a television set burst into flames in a house at Northway in Northwich on Saturday. A 999 call was made at 12.45pm, but firefighters managed to contain the flames within the room.
Scrap cars incinerated A BLAZE burned out five scrap cars at Car Transplants on Nat Lane Industrial Estate in Winsford at 8.35pm on Saturday.
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LATESTPlans PLANS submitted to Vale Royal Borough Council include: ANDERTON: Demolish outhouse and construct new two-storey extension at Uplands Farm, Uplands Road for Mr Norman Wright. Demolition of buildings and redevelopment of the site for residential use at Malvern House, Old Road for Mr and Mrs Walker. DELAMERE: Reconstruction of retaining walls, removal of outbuildings, construction of new retaining walls, regrading of garden and landscaping at Birds Rock, Roughlow Lane for Mr Rob Merrick. GREAT BUDWORTH: Demolition of dwelling and erection of replacement at Brecon, Heath Lane for Mr Geoff Clewes. HARTFORD: 12m-high pole installation and two equipment cabinets at Railway Station, Chester Road. Replace two sets of swings and installation of five additional items of play equipment at play area adjacent to The Grange School. LOSTOCK GRALAM: Two-storey extension to rear of 439 Manchester Road for Mr Stuart Campbell. Variation of condition to vary the timescale for the implementation of highway works at Lostock Triangle Site, Manchester Road. NORTHWICH: Demolition of the nursery, store and outbuildings at Victoria Road Primary School and replacement by new nursery and reception plus external play space, parking and external works. . RUDHEATH: Replacement roof at 15 School Road for Mr Len Cooke. WEAVERHAM: Conversion of windows to doors along one face of the building, extension to activity area and addition of railing at Wallerscote Primary School. WINCHAM: Front conservatory at 40 Church Street for Frank Smith. WINSFORD: Mobile classroom, new pedestrian access and five parking spaces at High Street Primary School. Single storey extension to front and side and first floor extension over garage at 18 Redshank Avenue for Mr H Tomlinson. Two-storey dwelling on land adjacent to 98 Delamere Street for Mrs Christine Williams.
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Drive for road safety
ROAD SAFETY: Students and emergency services staff at a Drive Survive course at Cheshire Police HQ in Winsford. A HARD-HITTING driving safety course for young people in Cheshire has celebrated its 10,000 student.
Just eight years after the Drive Survive campaign was introduced by Cheshire Safer Roads Partnership the free one day course has educated thousands of young drivers aged16-25. At Cheshire Police HQ schools from across the county watched presentations from police, the fire service, highways agency officers and a paramedic.
By Chris Smith The talks looked at the causes of collisions, like excessive speed, driving while impaired through drink or drugs, distractions, methods used to get casualties out of vehicles and the added dangers of motorway driving. Later on there was a demonstration of one of the pupils being cut from a vehicle by the fire service. The day was completed with a power-
ful and emotional presentation by Denise Rogers whose son Paul was killed in a hit and run by a drink driver. She said: “As the mother of a 21-year-old killed by a drink driver, I know only too well what living with the aftermath is like. “For three years now I have been speaking to young drivers and vehicle passengers about the consequences of bad driving, not wearing a seatbelt and particularly drink driving, in the hope that it will prevent their own
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mothers from living with the never ending pain of losing a child so needlessly. “As they leave the course, some of the youngsters tell me I’m brave or, more importantly, say they will always wear a seatbelt or will never drink and drive. “Then I know that my son Paul did not die in vain. His death has potentially saved the life of a young person.” ■ For more information visit www.mysaferroads.org.uk
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Pupils give their all at sports final REIGNING champions from Charles Darwin Primary School put up a brave defence of their Cheshire Primary Schools Indoor Athletics title. The 2009 final was held at Chester's Northgate Arena last Wednesday, but last year's champs couldn't quite make it two wins in two years, eventually finishing sixth. Charles Darwin's head of PE Lisa Bilotta took a squad of 27 Year 5 and 6 pupils to the event, after winning the Vale Royal competition the week before. Lisa was pleased with the level of effort and commitment shown at the county championships. “They gave their all 100% commitment - and that’s all you can ask,” she said.
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Step up for charity CANINE Partners, a charity specialising in providing highly trained assistance dogs to people with disabilities, has announced its 2009 Bluebell Walk Campaign. The charity is looking for walk organisers in Cheshire who want to set up an event in their area to raise funds for canine partners, as well as participating in a fun and healthy day out for all the family. The Bluebell Walk Campaign was officially launched in 2004 and has to date raised £66,000 for Canine Partners. The idea is for sponsored walks to take place during April and May, 2009. Visit the website www.caninepartners.co.uk or call 01730 716014 or 01730 716011 for information.
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Robins made to feel at home by building firm By Andrew Bowan A FAMILY of robins has unwittingly thrown a spanner in the works as contractors try to put the finishing touches to Winsford's £10.8m Lifestyle Centre. Construction company Morgan Ashurst is having to work around the red-breasts who have taken up residence between protective tarpaulin and supports inside a decorative porchway at the entrance. Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, the workers cannot disturb the nest or the birds’ access to it. But the firm has gone the extra mile to avoid alarming the robins. “It’s endearing to see the project team going to so much trouble to
SURPRISE GUESTS: Robins have taken up residence at the Winsford Lifestyle Centre building site. avoid disturbing the robins,” said Morgan Ashurst's senior environment adviser, Jane Walsh. The company said it will keep
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A CHESHIRE tree expert is warning that Dutch elm disease has swept across the country. The disease is killing most of the regenerating trees and leaving them standing dead. Tree contractor David Lloyd-Jones of Cheshire Tree Surgeons has identified hundreds of dead elm trees along Cheshire’s A roads and dual carriageways. Cheshire Tree Surgeons recycle timber and would be happy to remove the potentially dangerous trees and make good use of them. You can contact David Lloyd-Jones on 01565 621234 or call his mobile 07795 314202.
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TAXPAYERS in Vale Royal are continuing to benefit from improvements in services as the borough council prepares to form part of a new authority on April 1, a report by the Audit Commission claims. The council’s Executive Group were told at a meeting on Thursday that staff were maintaining “excellent” services, but also showing improvements in their delivery. Vale Royal's strong performance receives further acclaim in light of its joint work with Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council, Chester City Council and Cheshire County Council, to create one new authority in six weeks time. Council leader Cllr Les Ford said: “This is an exceptional result and is reflective of our clear focus on service continuity during this transitional period. “It is good to hear that the Audit Commission also recognises that we have been successful in this aim.”
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WEAVER Vale MP Mike Hall is holding a tea and coffee morning on Saturday, February 28, from 10am to noon for his Northwich constituents. The get-together will be at St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School on Greenbank Lane, Hartford. Hel said: “I already hold regular surgeries in the constituency and I would like to hear more from people in the Castle area about things that are affecting them. “I want to make it easier for constituents to say 'hello' and to tell me about things that might make life better for them or their neighbours, no matter how trivial it may seem.” If you are unable to make the coffee morning but would like to see Mr Hall, call the constituency office on 01928 735000 to find out the dates and venues for his upcoming surgeries.
Charity gala night
THE ninth annual charity gala takes place next month in commemoration of Andrew Taylor, a Winsford boy who died eight years ago. Each year since Andrew’s death, the local community comes together on the first Friday in March to remember Andrew and to raise funds for the Anthony Nolan Trust who looked after him. The fundraiser is hosted by singer Paul Cain and the attractions include a charity auction, a raffle, a disco and a licensed bar. It will be held on Friday, March 6, at 7.45pm, at the Conservative Club in Ways Green, Winsford. Tickets are £3. Donations for the raffle will be gratefully received. For tickets or further information, contact Paul or Wendy Cain on 01606 558288.
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Family tribute to race ace Craig THE family of Northwich motorcycle star Craig Jones gathered on the Greenbank estate to officially unveil a memorial tree and bench in his honour. Racing prodigy Craig, 23, who lived on Marshall Lane, died in August last year after a crash at Brands Hatch. He was regarded as one of the sport’s outstanding prospects and was tipped for great things – including a potential world championship. Police and borough council bosses decided to honour his spectacular achievements by providing a permanent tribute to him on the estate where he grew up.
Autism-friendly films PICTUREHOUSE Cinemas are launching autism-friendly film screenings in Liverpool with a presentation of the animated hit Cars. There will be a free screening of the Pixar movie on Sunday, February 22, at 11am for people on the autism spectrum, their families, friends and carers. During the film low lights are left on inside the auditorium and the volume is reduced. Cinemagoers are free to move around, make a noise or take a break during the film. Picturehouse is at Fact, 88 Wood Street. For more details, ring 0151 707 4467.
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A NORTH West business group is urging the region’s MPs to help businesses claim rates relief. Private Sector Partners represents more than 100,000 private firms in the North West. Its’ leader, veteran businessman Len Collinson, said about £400m goes unclaimed each year in small business rates relief. The money stays with HM Treasury, despite being earmarked for appropriate small businesses. He now wants MPs to support Tory MP Peter Luff’s Private Member’s Bill to reduce bureaucracy associated with claiming the relief.
A CHILDREN'S charity is urging Cheshire people to recycle their old mobile phones to raise money for hospital equipment. MedEquip4Kids is asking for any old handsets which will go towards providing specialist paediatric equipment across the region. MedEquip4Kids’ fundraiser Rose Franks said: “It is likely most people will have old phones lying around somewhere.” To donate a mobile phone, or take a collection box for your school or workplace, call 0161 798 1600 or post it to MedEquip4Kids, Rico House, George Street, Prestwich M25 9WS.
IN LOVING MEMORY: Craig's proud mum and dad, Yvonne and Steve Jones, at the memorial bench with his sisters Cassie and Kirsty Jones, Craig's partner Karen Atkins and his two-year-old niece Libby JonesWeadock.
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Charity shark dives A CHARITY is looking for adventurous people to learn the basics of scuba diving – with a variety of sharks for company. The Discover Scuba challenge, organised by the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign to raise funds to fight muscle diseases, is at the Blue Planet Aquarium in Ellesmere Port on various dates and is aimed particularly at beginners. It is free to those who raise the minimum sponsorship of £375. If you are over 16, an information pack is available by calling 01244 403012 or emailing northwest@muscular-dystrophy.org
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We need aid Recession hits authority hard in the pocket to help the poor - chief MORE Government grant to help deal with deprivation in Cheshire West and Chester is to be sought. The shadow Executive has been told next year’s 1.7% increase in grant from Whitehall, which takes account of deprivation needs, is only half that of some other shire unitary authorities. “We have areas of deprivation in Cheshire West but within the broader area of Cheshire County Council they were hidden,” said chief executive Steve Robinson. “With a smaller unitary authority they become more apparent and part of our challenge over the next two years is to lobby government about that issue.” Cllr Les Ford commented: “The Government is asked to take note that where we do have deprivation we have to put something in if we want to change the nature of the areas concerned and help the people. “This needs a considerable degree of investment. “To short change us in that broad sense is not actually productive.
THE CREDIT crunch-fuelled recession has already landed finance chiefs at the incoming Cheshire West and Chester Council with a £5m hit. “We still haven’t got to the bottom,” said resources portfolio holder Cllr Les Ford, (Con, Frodsham & Helsby.) “Six months ago we were looking at a
fairly plain sailing. Since then things have gone considerably downhill”. He cited the loss of income from planning applications as an example – “an indication that people are not building and probably a good indicator that economic progress has really fallen off the shelf”. “It’s quite a significant hit,” he added.
Rents from council owned properties and income from car parking are among other areas where losses are rising. The demand for benefits such as council tax rebates is also on the up. “Where people are in desperate straits we have our revenue benefits and council tax rebate system where people can apply if it is appropriate,” he pointed out.
“We are going to put some equity sharing into mortgages to help people who might be having problems and we will have to take a further look depending on how this downturn develops”. He believed the council has to try and help our businesses to survive. “If people lose their jobs, that is the first problem,” he concluded.
“But if we bring anything forward we start to make savings sooner and that is a big help so there is a lot of incentive to keep the momentum moving and speed things up even more where possible”. Chief executive Mr Steve Robinson points out: “The existing councils have responsibility for running services up to March 31 and that has freed up quite a lot of time for our managers and directors to do interviews.
“In the last four weeks they have done 250 interviews and we have another 500 people to slot in before the end of March”. Staff on temporary contracts will continue to be employed after the end of March where a review shows they are still needed. Cllr Jones added: “We have not even envisaged talking about compulsory redundancy.”
£10m bill for 200 redundancies Incoming Cheshire West and Chester Council is preparing to take the reigns of power on April 1. DAVID NORBURY reports on the changes afoot. TWO hundred council staff across Cheshire West and Chester will be clearing their desks at the end of next month.
LOBBY: Chief executive Steve Robinson. “We can only put in limited resources as we can only raise so much locally. “If we do not get the money from the Government we are going to have difficulty”. Cllr Ford said he would like to see cost-effective investment which regenerates the areas concerned. He accepted grants “do come in” but adds: “Doing it piecemeal really doesn’t work. “It is totally frustrating when money comes in and doesn't make the slightest difference, but Government says that is the way it has to be spent”. He argued: “They keep giving us directions and will not let us do what we know needs to be done. “We have to report on 198 indicators and there are 35 we are supposed to deliver on. “Frankly, you only want one indicator, and that is are you making a difference for the people in your area. “We need to be set free and we are still having this argument with central government. “We want to deliver to our front line and we don’t want to have to get permission. “You can’t do everything from Whitehall and demonstrably it does not work”.
The voluntary redundancies follow the abolition of Cheshire County Council and Chester City, Ellesmere Port and Neston and Vale Royal Borough Councils. They are to be replaced on April 1 by the new half billion pound Cheshire West and Chester Council, which is expected to employ 14,000 people. A total of £10m has been earmarked for redundancies following the reorganisation, which is intended to reduce duplication and secure economies. It has been revealed that 550 staff applied to leave but people have only been released where this does not affect front line services. “We have more than 200 people signed up for voluntary redundancy from the various management teams who were not successful in applying for jobs,” according to council leader Cllr Mike Jones (Con, Broxton.)
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“That was not expected to happen until September so we have moved it forward through the good work and excellent relationships we have with the existing councils.” He added: “It brings redundancy costs forward and we are using reserves to cover that. “There is £10m for redundancies and if we keep on track with what we plan to do we shall use that.
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VOLUNTARY and charitable organisations are being backed. Groups across Chester, Ellesmere Port and Neston and Vale Royal receive up to £8m a year from existing councils, according to Cllr Mike Jones. The council has given an assurance the organisations, known as the ‘third sector’, will receive the same grants in 2009/10 as this year with a review of future arrangements. Some probably receive four grants, one from each of the three district councils and the county council, said Cllr Jones. The council is planning to work with the third sector to rationalise the system. He added: “To help them to do that we have agreed to put an officer into the development of the third sector to support them. “We need to help the third sector to develop the skills to respond to what will effectively be a contract process rather than informal approach. “We shall be helping them to work together to provide very good services but in a coordinated and consistent way.”
LEADERS on the council, due to set its first budget next Thursday, have been told “no overexpenditure”. The message from finance portfolio holder Cllr Les Ford (Con, Frodsham & Helsby) and key resources director Julie Gill, came as a report reveals the half billion pound authority will be operating with reserves due to fall to just over £5m – below the recommended minimum of between £7m and £12m. The £5m figure – “at the lower end of prudent” – is an acceptable figure to support the budget, argued Mrs Gill. The council will start on April 1 with reserves of just under £10m which will fall over the following 12 months. She stressed the need for services to manage budgets in approved levels and Cllr Ford warned: “There is no room for overexpenditure”.
A £2m INVESTMENT to safeguard vulnerable children is planned. The council has revealed it has already called in a top children’s officer from Halton Borough Council to review the existing procedures. Council leader Cllr Mike Jones said: “We are currently carrying out a review to update where we are in children's services to ensure that we pick up quickly on the lessons which have been learnt from various other issues around the country. “That review is being carried out with the great support of Halton Borough Council, which has lent its director of children's services to carry out the review for us”. Pointing out the new council is already working in partnership with its neighbours, Cllr Jones added: “Halton has a very good reputation for children’s services. “They have done a fantastic job over the last 10 years and we can use their knowledge to ensure we look after our children after April 1.”
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Bowing out with tale of Cinders VALE Royal Juniors will be bidding a fond farewell to Winsford Civic Hall this week. The drama group’s last ever production at the Dene Drive venue The Slipper and the Rose, a musical based on the tale of Cinderella, runs for three nights from tonight, Wednesday, until Friday (February 20). “It’s a brilliant story about two people in love, enhanced by wonderful tunes and retaining the enchantment of the original folk-tale,” said group spokeswoman Bev Langham. Produced by Ellan Williams, the show promises to be one of the group’s best yet. Bev added: “The children are pulling out all the stops to make this their finest performance at the Civic. “We have had fantastic support for all our shows at the venue, especially from the staff. The loss of the Civic Hall will be a sad one not only to our group, but the people of Winsford in general.” The venue will be redundant from April 1, and could be knocked down later this year if planners give the go-ahead for a new facility on Dene Drive. The shows start at 7:30pm each night and tickets, priced £5 for adults and £3.50 for concessions, are available from the venue on 01606 867555.
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FINAL CURTAIN: Michael Leeming and Jennifer Little star in Vale Royal Juniors' last ever producton at Winsford Civic Hall.
Mountaineer’s amazing story THE incredible story of mountaineering duo Simon Yates and Joe Simpson is told at the Victoria Hall in Hanley on Friday. Yates became known as ‘the man who cut the rope’ when he was hanging on to Simpson during a disastrous descent of Peru’s Siula Grande in 1985. They were the first to attempt the climb and, despite Simpson dropping into a crevasse, both survived. The tale was made into a documentary film in 2003 and, 24 years after the incident, Yates uses a philosophical approach to transport audiences to the most treacherous peaks in the world. The evening starts at 7.30pm and tickets are £12-£14, phone the box office on 0870 060 6649.
CROSSING SWORDS: Richard Ellis, left, plays the title role in the Harlequin Theatre’s forthcoming production of Shakespeare’s Henry V.
HAKESPEARE’S story of one of England’s most charismatic kings will be brought to life in Northwich next week. The Harlequin Theatre’s production of Henry V begins on Wednesday, February 25, and runs until Saturday, February 28, boasting a strong cast constructed by award-winning director Gordon Hamlin (Merchant of Venice, Of Mice and Men, Forgotten Voices). Theatre spokeswoman Caroline Young said: “The story of how the hard-drinking, fun-loving Harry, Prince of Wales, transformed into Henry V, war hero and victor over the French at the Battle of Agincourt, gave Shakespeare the chance to pen some of his most stirring speeches and most touching comic moments. “The play was even chosen by Laurence Olivier for a film designed to raise the morale of Britain in the Second World War.” Newcomer to the Northwich stage Richard Ellis, who runs the Winsford-based Really Short Theatre Company, plays the eponymous warrior king. His French opposite number, Louis the Dauphin, who makes the fatal mistake of underestimating how a semi-delinquent adolescent can change into a purposeful adult and leader, is played by Matthew Lambert (Dracula, Second from Last in the Sack Race). Lucy Desmond (Pride and Prejudice) plays the beautiful French princess, Katharine, who is courted by the non-French speaking, tongue-tied king. Their marriage eventually brings peace, and an unexpectedly happy ending to this play about war, conflict and courage. ■ Tickets, costing £6 and £5 for full-time students, are now available from the box office at Northwich Information Centre (Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-noon) or by phone on 01606 353534.
Harlequins reveal major schedule shake-up THE award-winning Harlequin Theatre has announced a new spring and summer line-up. Replacing the previously announced programme of Richard Harris’ Stepping Out and Alan Ayckbourn’s Time of My Life will be The Glass Menagerie and Damages. The first, Lucy Cruddas' directorial debut, will run from April 22-25, and
auditions are at 7.45pm today, Wednesday. The new summer production, Damages, was described by the Daily Telegraph as a “cracking newspaper drama”. It premiered in London in 2004, and won Steve Thomson the Whitworth Award for new theatrical writing. It will be directed by Chris Finney, last seen in the sell-out adaption of
the John Steinbeck novel Of Mice and Men, and will run from June 4-6. A reading will be held at the Queen Street theatre at 7.45pm on Wednesday, March 18, with auditions the following Wednesday at the same time. Theatre spokeswoman Caroline Young said: “Audiences at the Harlequin grew by 12% last year, with performances frequently selling out.
“Rehearsals for the forthcoming production, Shakespeare’s Henry V are already creating a real buzz, and the group expects it to follow the sold-out pattern of Pygmalion at Christmas. “The theatre has a reputation for being warm and friendly, with an intimate, well-equipped auditorium and a well-stocked bar!”
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rom gospel to soul, disco and dance, Grammy-nominated legend Candi Staton visits Liverpool Philharmonic this Friday. With her massive soul hit Young Hearts Run Free in the 70s, the major club hit You Got The Love of the 90s, music collaborations with both Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross, and a recent return to her gospel roots, Candi’s powerhouse vocals are a constant across the decades. In 2008 she wowed audiences at the Glastonbury Festival and had her music featured hit film Sex and the City – The Movie. With 2009 seeing the release of her debut praise album I Will Sing My Praise To You and a back catalogue of hits from gospel to soul, disco and dance, this is one of just five UK performances. ■ To buy tickets, call the box office at the Hope Street venue on 0151 709 3789 or order online at www.liverpoolphil.com
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he BBC Philharmonic continues its Great Russians series with a tribute to Prokofiev this Friday at 7pm. The orchestra will be conducted by Yutaka Sado, making his debut at Bridgewater Hall. The concert is broadcast live on BBC Radio 3 at 7pm. Sado takes the baton for Prokofiev’s Symphony No 5, contrasted with excerpts from the composer’s thrilling music for the ballet Romeo and Juliet. ■ Full price tickets cost from £9 to £31, with discounts and concessions available. They can be bought from The Bridgewater Hall on 0161 907 9000.
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he criticallyacclaimed Russian Ice Stars combine Olympicstandard skating with the magical world of circus arts in a world first, creating a spectacular new ice show at The Lowry. The Warrington-based company bring 33 of the world’s most talented performers to The Lowry from February 18-22 for Cirque de Glace. Award-winning contortionist Valeria Murzak performs high above the ice alongside her mother Svetlana on the Cloud Swing. Three times British Figure Skating Champion John Hamer (from 2005-2007) joins the Russian Ice Stars as a special guest. ■ Tickets can be obtained by visiting www.thelowry.com or by telephoning 0870 787
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TILSTON Music Club welcomes magical Irish/American songstress Sarah McQuaid tonight. Madrid-born Sarah was brought up in Chicago, lived in Ireland for several years and is now based in Penzance. She’s been making waves with her love of Irish and Appalachian songs with her acoustic guitar and velvety vocals. Sarah performs at the Carden Arms pub near Malpas at 8pm. Admission is £6 SONGSTRESS: and advance book- Sarah McQuaid. ings can be made with organiser Steve Hobman on 01829 250502. People can also pay on the door on the night.
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DICKENS OF A ROLE: Steffan Rhodri, left, as Joe and Graham Bickley as Magwitch in Great Expectations. STEFFAN Rhodri, one of the stars of the BBC hit Gavin and Stacey, is enjoying life on stage with Dickens classic Great Expectations. The musical adaptation is on at Clwyd Theatr Cymru, Mold, for a good run. It’s 41-year-old Steffan’s 25th production for Clwyd Theatr Cymru, the venue which kick-started his career. Although he says theatre will always be his passion, he’s landed his biggest role in the final Harry Potter film playing Reg Cattermoul.
CELEBRITY INTERVIEW by Francesca Elliott “I’ll be filming in London during the autumn,” he said. “I’m really looking forward to it, it’s the biggest film I’ve been involved with.” For now, however, Steffan is concentrating on perfecting his Kent accent and warming up his singing voice to play gentle blacksmith Joe Gargery in Great Expectations. “Joe’s a joy to play as he’s a character who is so genuinely nice. “Dickens has created opportunities-
for comedy with Joe, as he’s quite awkward and lacks social graces.” He says the Welsh venue is a homefrom-home – as is Gavin and Stacey. “I’ve known co-writer Ruth Jones since we were 18 and she wrote a small part in the first series just for me. Luckily that’s expanded into three series!” ■ Great Expectations runs until March 7. Tickets: 0845 330 3565.
IF YOU love Christmas, no matter what time of year it might be, a classic play which comes to The Lowry at Salford Quays next week is just for you. Wynyard Browne’s period classic The Holly and the Ivy is set on Christmas Eve, 1947, in a Norfolk vicarage, where the vicar’s family gather for the festive season. Peace and goodwill radiates from the warm-hearted elderly vicar, cared for by his young Philip Madoc daughter. But with the arrival of two irritable aunts and an errant daughter, the emotional veneer is skilfully peeled away. As skeletons tumble from closets and stones are turned over, family members are forced to confront their regrets and secret anxieties. Directed by Michael Lunney, the production stars Welsh actor Philip Madoc. ■ The Holly and The Ivy runs until Saturday Feb21. Box office: 0870 787 5793
WHAT’S ON CALENDAR GIRLS (Stoke Regent until Feb 21)
America’s greatest ever playwrights, Arthur Miller, in a co-production with Nottingham Playhouse. New York City, 1968. It’s 16 years since brothers Victor and Walter last spoke. On their father's death, reunited at the family home, they find they have more than just furniture to dispose of. As the bulldozers gather outside the brownstone, octogenarian furniture dealer and one-time acrobat Solomon rummages and haggles his way to a great deal. 0151 709 4776.
Frodsham-born Tim Firth turns his hit film into a stage comedy with a starry cast including Lynda Bellingam, Gaynor Faye, Patricia Hodge and Brigit Forsyth. 0870 060 6649.
ELLEN KENT & BALLET INTERNATIONAL (Manchester Opera House until Feb 21)
Ellen Kent presents the Russian Classical Ballet Theatre, performed by Grand Prix winner Kristina Terentiev, in productions of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake and Delibes’ Coppelia . 0844 847 2484
GRACEFUL: The Ellen Kent production of Delibes’ Coppelia.
THE SANDMAN (Liverpool Everyman until Feb 21)
Liverpool theatre company Spike bring their latest fantasy storytelling adventure to the Everyman. The Sandman will take its audiences into a dark world through a live musical score, animation and wicked puppetry. 0151 709 4776
PALACE OF THE END (Manchester Royal Exchange until Feb 21)
A hard-hitting new play by Judith Thompson which exposes the ugly truth behind the headlines of the current war in Iraq. Heard from three different per-
American soldier facing court martial for torture and prisoner abuse, a British former UN weapons inspector exposed as a source for the BBC and an Iraqi mother and political leader who suffered the greatest loss imaginable at the hands of Saddam Hussein – this is a powerfully raw and dramatic piece that looks into the depths of the human soul. Judith Thompson is an award- win-
lives in Toronto and was last at the Royal Exchange in 2002 with Habitat. 0161 833 9833.
TRUE LOVE LIES (Manchester Royal Exchange until February 21)
The Royal Exchange Theatre brings its current season to a close with the world premiere of the latest play by awardwinning Canadian playwright
wisecracking family drama set in the ultra-cool world of Kane and Carolyn. Packed with the author’s trademark one-liners and razor-sharp wit, the play sees relationships stretched to breaking point as parents and children confront an emotional time bomb from the past. 0161 833 9833.
THE PRICE (Liverpool Playhouse until Feb 28)
MARY POPPINS (Manchester Palace until March 7)
Lancaster-born Lisa O’Hare stars as Mary Poppins and Daniel Crossley from Southport plays Bert in Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s award-winning musical. The show includes many of the original songs from the classic film with music and lyrics by Richard M Sherman and Robert B Sherman. 0844 847 2403.
NOISES OFF (Clwyd Theatr Clwyd, until March 14)
Watch a double drama unfold in this play which exposes the antics, rivalries and hostilities
and off the stage. A late night technical rehearsal descends into chaos as curtain-up approaches. This comic masterpiece promises no-stop laughter. 0845 3303565
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL (Manchester Library Theatre until March 14)
Regional premiere of Tom Stoppard’s acclaimed 2006 play, directed by Chris Honer. Set over a period of 22 years, opening in a sunny garden in Cambridge in 1968 and ending with a Rolling Stones concert in a newly-free Prague in 1990, Stoppard’s drama takes in all manner of themes including politics, poetry and materialism. Visit www.librarytheatre.com or ring 0161 236 7110.
CHICAGO (Liverpool Empire, April 6-11)
JIMMY Osmond will star as Billy Flynn in this national tour of the award-winning musical, which was turned into an Oscar-winning film. Still best known for his chart-topping debut single Long-haired Lover From Liverpool in 1972, Jimmy is a member of one of the most famous musical families in the world. He will be joined by EastEnders star Emily Barton as Roxie Hart. 0844 847
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Ideal for a first-time buyer O n the market with Bridgfords is this charming, cottagestyle property.
Number 99 Main Road, Moulton, Northwich, is set in a soughtafter location and has a guide price of £125,000. This spacious home has many appealing features and would be ideal for a first-time buyer or a professional couple. It also benefits from being located on a no through road. The property is conveniently situated for access to a range of amenities and major transport links.
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Internal inspection will reveal a lounge/diner with an exposed brick fireplace and a Living Flame gas fire; and a modern fitted kitchen with a breakfast bar area. There are two bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside, there is an enclosed rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders. A brickbuilt outhouse provides ample storage. l For further details or to arrange a viewing of the property, contact the agent Bridgfords, in Northwich, on 01606 48433 or log on to www.bridgfords.co.uk
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CREWE South Street Priced for quick sale. Spacious 2 bed terrace benefiting from double glazing and GCH. Great location. Ideal for investors and buyers. In need of minor improvements
MOBILE HOME in
quiet residential location, Wervin, 10mins from Chester, DG, GCH, fitting & fixtures included £45,000 ono. 01244 329500.
TIVERTON BETWEEN TARPORLEY & BUNBURY 4 bedroom, 3 reception detached house. Half acre site with development potential. Double garage, excellent location with views of Beeston and Peckforton Castles. Was £390k, open to offers. Can be viewed at www.property−for−sale−online.com or call 07946 422524
Caravan Parks/Mobile Homes FLORIDA SUPER CARAVAN 35ft x 12 ft, North Wales Coast, 5 mins walk from sandy beach. Sleeps 6, shower, 2 toilets, gas fire, fully equipped kitchen, fridge, microwave, gas cooker, crockery, all bed linen, ready to walk into. Park facilities include, bar, restaurant, indoor pool, children’s play area. Site fees paid for 2009, £7,000. 01948 664890.
FLATS AND HOUSES L13 TUEBROOK
LITTLE NESTON
NANTWICH LUXURY
07956630501
REFURBISHED 2 BED TERRACE RUNCORN
BEAUTIFUL HOUSE FOR SALE
£425,000
Accommodation To Let
£380 pcm
07838 253948
07961 231043
Accommodation To Let
selection of 1 and 2 bed flats and houses dep ref req Call Samuel from
£74,950
5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 dinning/living Rooms, big kitchen and garden, Garage, Driveway with 4 car park, CH43
Accommodation To Let
BRAND NEW − Carpets, new bathroom, new kitchen, GCH. FULLY redecorated. £450pcm + Bond & Refs. 07980 893585
Accommodation To Let We have a range of 2-3 bed quality properties in the Winsford / Northwich / Middlewich area AVAILABLE NOW FOR LET Starting from £475 pcm plus single rooms starting from £325 pcm
Call Cheshire Rentals on 0800 5670025
Working / Professional Tenants Only Please
ONE BED FLAT FAIRFIELD L6
Fully refurbished with gas fired central heating, double glazing, tiled bathroom with power shower. Fully fitted kitchen with W/M, fridge, oven and hob. Double bedroom. Large lounge with feature fire place Carpeted throughout. Must be seen, Hampstead Road L6 £375 pcm
0151 263 6744
ANGLESEY HOLIDAY APARTMENT TREARDDUR BAY Two bedrooms two bathrooms sleeps six stunning coastal views from lounge blue flag beaches outdoor pool golf www.anglesey−apartment. co.uk
£90 07799377014
GARAGES TO RENT Nantwich road area. Rates from £10pwk
To Let redecorated,unfurnished, 2 bed ground floor flat, CH, Garage, garden area. Good location close all amenities
£495 pcm 07743 328320
TO LET
3 Bedroom Detached House. Situated on Malpas Estate. Property has a drive & garage. Front & rear gardens. £650 pcm. Bond to be Discussed. Contact Tim on 07831 497618
SINGLE ROOM
In Crewe shared house, 10 min walk train station & town, F/F, GCH, all kitchen facilities, 2 bathrooms. £60pwk inc all bills & cleaner
01270 253120
01270 665066 07799 785732
MODERN
PROPERTY TO LET LITHERLAND
3 BED SEMI Linnets Park, DG, GCH, gardens, large drive. DSS ok, refs req. £575pcm. Tel 07973 143128
NANTWICH LUXURY
Apartment, high spec, 2 dbl rooms. Close to Town. f/f kitchen, lounge/dining room. Furn. Secure gated courtyard parking. CCTV. Suit mature prof. £550pcm. 01270 611699 or 07795 116136 DAVENHAM 2
bed end Terraced cottage, off Road parking, garden at rear, newly decorated £595 pcm. Tel: 07866 846 903.
Apartment, high spec, 1 dbl Bedroom. Close to Town. f/ f kitchen, lounge/dining room. Furn. Secure gated courtyard parking. CCTV. Suit mature prof. £475pcm. 01270 611699 or 07795 116136
3 Bed End Terrace, Good condition, GCH, DG, Alarm, paved on 3 sides carpeted, available end of February
£450 PCM
CREWE Rooms to let in newly refurbished house. Modern F/F rooms. From £55pwk inc all bills, broadband & cleaner. No DSS
07821 898515
DETACHED HOUSE TO LET
Scholar Green. Excellent location. Recently built, unfurnished, four bedroom (one ensuite). Two reception rooms, gch, No pets £625pcm 07971 084320
ROOM TO RENT
01695577951
In crewe shared house. 10 min walk Train Station and Town. F/F, GCH, all mod cons inc free broadband. £68pwk inc all bills.
TO LET
07770 355078
3 BED House in Grangemoor, recently decorated. £490pcm plus bond. Tel 07966 518656 LUXURY double and en− suite rooms available in the Winsford Area. Bills all inclusive with off road parking. Please call Amanda: 01606 559537 or 07909 698839
WHITCHURCH barn con-
version accommodation or office, rural area, stunning views, parking and very private, must have own transport, 1 bed, open plan living and dining area with and separate kitchen shower and toilet room, ground floor, approx 60 either square metres, furnished or unfurnished £120 pw + central heating fuel and electric, available now. 07855 418881
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find all our homes on thecheshire.co.uk/estateagency and rightmove.co.uk Public Notice Cheshire Estate Agency are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £119,950 for 20 Green Park, Weaverham CW8 3EH. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should
Flower Street, Castle ● Three bedroom semi detached ● Lounge ● Kitchen/diner ● Driveway ● Garden to rear ● No chain
Spencer Street, Barnton ● Two bedroom end terrace ● Lounge ● Dining room ● Well presented throughout ● Yard to rear ● GCH & DG
Broomsfield Lane, Barnton ● Two bedrooms first floor apartment ● Lounge/diner ● Kitchen ● Garden to rear ● In need of renovation ● No Chain
Postles Place, Northwich ● Two bedroom first floor flat ● Lounge and kitchen ● Gas central heating and double glazing ● Accessed through intercom system ● Communal gardens ● Parking bay
Manor Street, Greenbank ● Two bedroom terraced house ● Lounge/ dining room ● Kitchen ● Rear garden with lawn and patio area ● Gas central heating ● NO CHAIN
Marine Approach, Northwich ● Three bedroom three storey townhouse ● Kitchen/dining room and lounge ● Cloakroom, bathroom and shower room ● Garage and driveway ● Views over the river ● Exclusive development with intercom security gates
Green Lane, Davenham ● Distinctive detached house ● Entrance hall, lounge, dining room ● Kitchen / breakfast room ● Utility, downstairs shower room ● Four double bedrooms and family bathroom ● Gardens to three sides, GCH and double glazing
Shelley Avenue, Wincham ● Three bedroom semi detached ● Lounge ● Breakfast kitchen ● Detached garage ● GCH & DG ● Well presented throughout
Carsibrook Drive, Winsford ● Five bedroom detached ● Two reception rooms ● Conservatory, dg & gch ● D/stairs WC, bathroom ● separate shower room ● Gardens & Garage
Hewitt Drive, Winsford ● Semi detached property ● Two bedrooms ● Cul-de-sac location ● Immaculately presented ● Detached garage & driveway ● Gardens to 3 sides
Princess Street, Winsford ● 2/3 bedroom ● End terraced ● Lounge, sitting room ● Kitchen/ lean - to ● Loft room ● Rear garden
Wilkinson Way, Winsford ● 3 bedroom town house
Sandhole Cottages, Winsford ● End terraced cottage
£129,950
contact Cheshire Estate Agency, The Bull Ring, Northwich CW9
£96,950
£59,950
£99,950
£105,000
5BX 01606 42250 before exchange of contracts.
£385,000
£650 pcm
£209,950
£139,950
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Offers Over £250,000 No Chain
Alexandra Square, Winsford 2/3 bedroom mid mews ● 17ft lounge ● 17 ft Kitchen diner #[BRANCHTEXT] ●
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Lounge/dining room
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Well presented two bedroom
OIRO £99,950
Thirlmere Close, Winsford ● Well presented Corner plot ● Modern four bedroom property ● Lounge, D'room, Conservatory ● Breakfast Kitchen, Utility ● Garage, driveway, gardens ● FREEHOLD PROPERTY!
Laxton Way ● Retirement bungalow ● Two bedrooms ● Lounge ● Kitchen/breakfast room ● D/glazing & wall heaters ● Cul-de-Sac location
George VI Avenue, Middlewich ● 3 bedroom family home
£124,950
OIRO £189,950
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Gladstone Street, Winsford ● Mature Victorian Semidetached ● Many character features ● Two bedrooms ● Lounge and dining room ● Gas central heating ● Overlooking fields to rear
Lawrence Avenue, Middlewich ● Two bedroom semi detached Falcon Close, Middlewich NO CHAIN
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£92,500
£90,000
Moss Drive, Middlewich ● Terraced house ● Three bedrooms ● Lounge / dining room ● Kitchen ● Bathroom ● Rear garden
£87,950 No Chain
Venables Way, Middlewich ● Modern 4 bed detached ● Lounge,dining room ● Conservatory ● Breakfast kitchen ● D/S WC, en suite, bathroom ● ORP, garage and gardens
OIRO £225,000
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Head Office: Castle Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6AF Cheshire Estate Agency is a trading name of Cheshire Property Services Limited (registration number 2124903). Cheshire Property Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cheshire Building Society. Cheshire Building Society is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (registration number 206102).
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Selling Property in Cheshire, North Wales and North Shropshire 17-19 Lower Bridge Street, Chester CH1 1RS Tel: 0844 4180268 www.auctionhouse.uk.net
Auction 4th March 4pm at Ramada Hotel, Chester Boughton Stocks Lane
Guide Price
£70,000 £90,000
Leeswood, Mold Pontybodkin
Guide Price
£90,000 £100,000
Vicars Cross Queens Road
Guide Price
£110,000 £130,000
Great Sutton Gleneagles Road
Guide Price
£50,000 £70,000
R O I R P SOLD Set back from Stocks Lane within a stone's throw of local shops and 3/4 mile from the city centre, this traditional brick and slate terrace house has UPVC double glazing and gas central heating as well as a large rear yard. Lounge, kitchen, utility/rear porch, bathroom. Two first floor bedrooms.
Broughton Gladstone Road
Guide Price
£90,000 £100,000
In an elevated position this substantial detached house provides good accommodation in a village location with gardens to the rear and a garage to the side. Rooms of good proportion comprising entrance hall, lounge, spacious separate dining room, dining kitchen, rear entrance hall, three double bedrooms and a bathroom
Although a little dated internally, this brick and tiled semi detached house is situated in a good location. Well located close to local schools and shops and 10 minutes drive from Chester city centre and the A55 southerly by pass. Lounge, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, bathroom. Gas central heating and partial UPVC double glazing. Detached single garage.
Northwich
Guide
Shipbrook Road
Price
Bersham Road
Queensferry Station Road
Guide Price
£30,000
£110,000 £130,000
In need of some updating internally but with double glazing and gas central heating, this modern semi detached house is in a good village location and a short drive from Chester and North Wales. Entrance hall, lounge, dining room, leanto/conservatory, kitchen, three bedrooms, shower room.
Wrexham
Well situated two bedroomed flat in good general condition with deceptive and spacious accommodation. An excellent investment, being sold with tenant. Landing area with storage, lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom.
An opportunity to acquire a ground floor commercial property situated in a prominent high street location within Queensferry. This double fronted retail shop has electronic remote operated shutters and office space behind with toilet facilities. The property is surrounded by a variety of retail outlets and offices in a well populated residential area.
Boughton
Guide Price
£85,000 £95,000
Kings Crescent East
Guide Price
£110,000 £125,000
Situated on a very desirable road close to good local facilities in Rudheath and only a short drive from Northwich town centre. Well maintained with two main reception rooms, kitchen, sun room overlooking rear garden, bathroom. Three bedrooms and wash room to first floor. Well set back and slightly Situated in a well maintained row of terraced houses close to the centre of Wrexham, set back from the road, this spacious terraced house is in need of a full scheme of modernisation but has tremendous potential. Providing two large reception rooms, a good sized kitchen and three bedrooms and a large bathroom on the first floor it is well placed for easy access to the surrounding areas.
Hope, Wrexham Alyndale
Guide Price
£80,000 £90,000
With gardens to three sides and benefiting from UPVC double glazing, this traditional semi detached house is in need of updating internally but provides good accommodation. Two separate reception rooms on ground floor, three bedrooms and bathroom on first floor. Lawned gardens, three brick outbuildings. Well placed for access to both Chester and Wrexham.
elevated from the road, ample off road parking, brick detached garage, easy maintenance gardens.
Vicars Cross Cawdor Drive
Guide Price
£85,000 £95,000
Believed to have been built in the late 1980s and benefiting from gas central heating, this modern semi detached bungalow is situated within easy access of Chester city centre and a five minute drive from the Chester southerly by pass leading to the motorway network. Well maintained but in need of a modern kitchen and bathroom, this property represents a fine opportunity for either a first time buyer or an investor.
Ellesmere Port Malvern Avenue
Guide Price
£80,000 £90,000
Ideal for an investor or for a first time buyer this modern semi detached bungalow in a quiet residential location was built approximately four years ago by Lovell Homes and provides good accommodation in a popular location. It provides UPVC double glazing and gas central heating and is close to good local shops and schools. Entrance Hall, Lounge/Dining Room, Dining Kitchen, two Bedrooms, Bathroom with white suite, car parking to front, gardens to rear.
Spacious 1930s semi detached house in highly respected residential area a short walk from the River Dee made up of similar high quality homes. Porch, hall, lounge, separate dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom. Brick garage at the rear in need of repair, gardens to the front and rear. Whilst in need of updating the property provides an ideal basis for a family home or investment.
Great Boughton Bachelors Lane
Guide Price
£115,000 £130,000
Most deceptively spacious traditional terraced house requiring a general scheme of modernisation situated in an excellent location with a pleasant park opposite. Many original features. Entrance hall, spacious lounge, dining room, kitchen, 3 good sized first floor bedrooms, bathroom. Gas fired central heating. Potential for parking at front, pleasant rear garden
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Mature Terraced Property ● Open Plan Lounge Diner ● Two Bedrooms ● Rear Courtyard Garden ● No Chain Involved
Oak Street
Mature Mid Terrace ● Two Reception Rooms ● Two Bedrooms ● First Floor Bathroom ● Viewing Recommended
Oak Street
Mature Mid Terrace Lounge & Dining Room Three Bedrooms ● Garden & Outbuildings ● No Chain Involved
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Northwich
Herbert Street
Northwich
Lostock Gralam
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Mature Mid-Terrace ● Five Bedrooms ● Three Reception Rooms ● Off Road Parking ● Outstanding River Views
Guide price £190,000
Kingfisher Grove
Modern Detached Property ● Three Dedrooms ● Lounge & Conservatory ● Off Road Parking & Garage ● Enclosed Rear Garden
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Guide price £240,000
Frith Avenue
Modern Detached Bungalow Three Bedrooms ● Ensuite To Master ● Rural Location ● Gardens & Garage
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Rayleigh Avenue
Guide price £169,950
Wincham
Semi Detached Cottage ● Two Reception Rooms ● Two Spacious Bedrooms ● Off Road Parking ● Enclosed Gardens
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Blakemere Lane
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Davenham
Drillfield Avenue
Offers over £157,000
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Norley
Guide price £164,950
Terraced Cottage Two Bedrooms Cellar & Lounge ● Kitchen & Utility Room ● Yard To Rear
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Nursery Road
Guide price £120,000
Delamere
Kingsley Drive
Barnton
Cottage Style Mid Terrace ● Two Bedrooms ● Conservatory ● Off Road Parking ● Rear Garden ●
Guide price £109,950
Northwich
Anderton
Modern Semi Detached ● Master Bedroom & En-Suite ● Two Further Bedrooms ● Off Road Parking ● No Chain Involved
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Guide price £93,950
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New Road
Rudheath
Chester Road
Northwich
Mature Mid Terrace ● Two Bedrooms ● Sitting Room ● Lounge/Diner ● Courtyard To Rear
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Verdin Street
Guide price £82,500
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Northwich
Guide price £79,950
Guide price £300,000
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7 Fountain Court, Winsford Tel: 01606 553412 LEDWARD STREET
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Garden to rear of the property £98,950 ●
MIDDLEWICH ROAD
Semi detached house Three reception rooms Two bathrooms, Two bedrooms ● DG & GCH ● Garage, ORP ● Substantial Garden. VIEWING A MUST!!!!! WIS080314 £142,000 Winsford ●
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MEADOW RISE
BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE IN POSSESSION
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4 bed semi detached
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4 bed detached
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Period features
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Cul-de-sac location
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4 double bedrooms
Gas central heating/ double glazing WIS080663 £173,950 Winsford
2 reception rooms £249,950
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WARWICK PLACE
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Three bedrooms.,Lounge, Kitchen/diner
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Workshop. Outhouse/carport
Garden to the rear £135,000
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Modern detached Four bedrooms with ensuite to the master ● Family bathroom ● Lounge/diner ● Conservatory. Cloakroom/wc ● Garden to rear. Block paved driveway WIS080516 £179,950 Winsford
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Detached garage to rear £70,000
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WEAVER STREET
Semi detached house Three bedrooms ● Three reception rooms ● Utility room, Conservatory ● Garden ● Private parking Offers over £140,000
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WIS080271 Winsford
ABBEY CLOSE
Modern detached Four bedrooms En-suite superb kitchen diner ● Study garage ● Driveway & garden ● Gch & double glazing ● Viewing essential £209,950
WEAVER STREET
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WIS080565 Winsford
WILLOW CLOSE
Modern detached Four bedrooms, en suite ● Two reception rooms, conservatory ● Cloakroom/w.c. ● Gardens, driveway and garage ● Gas central heating and double glazingWIS090014 £169,500 Winsford ●
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WIS080009 Winsford
SANDYHILL ROAD
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3 bedroom detached
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Semi detached, Three bedrooms
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Cul de sac location
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Lounge diner and conservatory
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Ample off road parking
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Breakfast kitchen and utility/w.c.
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Integral garage
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Driveway, garage and gardens
WIS080595 Winsford
Benerous sized plot Guide price £140,000 ●
LINNET CLOSE
3 bedroom detached Master bedroom with ensuite ● Integral garage and off road parking ● Well presented ● Gas central heating ● Double glazing WIS080330 £169,950 Winsford
WIS080305 Winsford
THIRLMERE CLOSE
Semi detached Three bedrooms, en suite ● Cloakroom/w.c. ● Kitchen diner ● Gardens and off road parking ● Gas central heating and double glazingWIS080436 £135,000 Winsford
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3 bedroomed detached bungalow
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In need of refurbishment
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Detached garage
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Off road parking
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THE MAPLES
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Modern semi detached
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Well presented two bedroom semi
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3 bedrooms
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Lounge, kitchen/diner
Cul-de-sac location
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Bathroom
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Large rear gardens
Front and rear gardens, driveway £107,500 ●
WIS080665x Winsford
CHESTER ROAD
CROFTWOOD CLOSE
Well presented Victorian Semi Three bedrooms and 2 reception rooms ● Accomodation over 3 floors ● Off road parking and attractive lawned garden. ● Detached office, gas central heating and double glazing WIS080447 £210,000 Winsford
Modern semi detached property Cul-de-sac location ● Lounge and kitchen diner ● Three bedrooms and master bedroom en-suite ● Off road parking. VIEWING RECOMMENDED WIS080619 £135,000 Winsford
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WIS080311 Winsford
YORK DRIVE
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CROOK LANE
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WIS080589 Winsford
COLLINGTREE AVENUE
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wis080659 Winsford
Semi-detached Two bedrooms ● Breakfast kitchen ● Gardens ● Gch & double glazing ● Viewing essential £99,950 ●
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NORMAN DRIVE
Semi-detached Two bedrooms ● Breakfast kitcheN ● Gardens ● Gch & double glazing ● Viewing essential £109,950
Modern detached home, four bedrooms Lounge, dining area, conservatory ● Kitchen, utility area ● Cloakroom/WC, family room ● Walk-in wardrobe, en suite, bathroom ● Rear garden, driveway WIS080159 £175,000 Winsford ●
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Conservatory OIRO £164,950
Semi detached house
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WELL STREET
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THRUSH WAY
WAYS GREEN
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Extended semi-detached Three bedrooms ● Lunge diner kitchen ● Utility bathroom & shower room ● Driveway ● Garage & garden £125,000
GRANVILLE SQUARE
Off road parking Offers Over £124,950
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SAXON CROSSWAY
Mid terrace Three bedrooms ● Lounge & ktichen ● Gardens to front & rear ● Gch partial double glazing ● No chain £106,950 ● ●
TOWNSFIELD CRESCENT
3 bedroom detached 2 reception rooms ● Garage and off road parking ● Double glazing ● Gas central heating ● Gardens front and rear £150,000 ●
WIS080504 Winsford
ESK ROAD
3 bedroom end terrace Well presented ● Gas central heating ● Double glazing ● Downstairs cloakroom ● Family bathroom £84,950 ●
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WIS080461 Winsford
WIS080672 Winsford
WIS080607 Winsford
WIS090019 Winsford
LINWOOD
KINGSLEY WALK
LYTHAM DRIVE
Beautifully presented modern semi detached Downstairs cloaks/wc, lounge, kitchen and conservatory ● Gardens front and rear ● Off road parking ● Gas central heating and double glazingWIS080027 OIRO £134,950 Winsford
Spacious 3 bedroom mid terrace Lounge/diner and breakfast kitchen ● Lawned front garden and low maintenance rear garden ● Gas central heating and double glazing ● Viewing recommended WIS090032 OIRO £90,000 Winsford
Well presented 4 bedroom detached Contemporary dining kitchen ● Downstairs w/c, lounge, dining room and utility ● Master bedroom with en-suite and built in wardrobes ● Off road parking and integral garage WIS080641 £190,000 Winsford
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Classified 24
Building Services/Supplies
PVCue
Business
SPECIALISTS
‘Family Business’
To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381/606382
Commercial Property
TO LET
Retail unit adjacent to Matalan & Sainsburys in Northwich. 1507sq ft. £17,000 pax.
No Sub Contractors No Salesmen No Gimmicks
general Property repairs maintenance & improvements. No job too small Professional service, fair rates. 606350157 07905290743
PVCu Shiplap Cladding (in a range of colours)
Kitchens
Plumbing and Heating Engineer Corgi Reg. 210841
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS You buy, we fit,
Financial
CHEQUES CASHED
GOLD BOUGHT FOR CASH! NO ADMIN CHARGE
Contact Philip Davies Jewellers Agents for Seiko, Pulsar, Avia All types of gold & silver jewellery
Tel: 01606 43535
Classified Home Services To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381
General Home Improvements
STORAGE SOLUTIONS. For all your storage requirements: From as little as £300 pounds We can convert your loft into an easily Accessible storage area. Included in the price is One hundred square ft of flooring, A five ft strip light with pull Cord, a two or three-stage safety ladder. A new hatch opening with lock and hinges. Call now ask for Paul: Mobile: 07929 377961 All work done in a few hours, upgrades available Other joinery jobs considered
THE LOFT SPACE MAKERS:
worktops mitred and fitted. professional service, fair rates. 01606 350157 or 07905 290743
Domestic Appliance Repairs ELECTRIC COOKER REPAIRS free call out. All makes. Tel Gary 01606 800002/ 07765 403869 www.necrep.co.uk
Electrical PROSPARKS LTD
Local PartP, 17th Edition Qualified Electrician. Friendly, Reliable, Competitive Rates. Free Estimates. Sockets, Lighting, Rewires, Testing. No Job Too Small. 01606 599005 or 07952234773
Driveways SCOTT
BADDELEY
Building and groundwork, 22 yrs experience All work up to DPC. Completed by one team including all services, footings, brickwork, drains and slab. Local, reliable, fast & clean. Please call for a free quote on 01606 871759 or 07765 311206
Handyman
Boiler Changes Combi’s Full Central Heating Full Bathroom Refurbishment Contact Gary Young on:
07970 491946 SSP PLUMBING & HEATING
For all your Heating & Plumbing needs. Boiler & central heating installations & servicing. Bathroom & shower fitting. Gas fire fitting service. Corgi Reg. Fully insured. Quality work from experienced tradesman. Tel: 01606 862860 or 07947257783.
GE PLUMBING All aspects of plumbing Fully insured Emergency call out Free Estimates All areas covered No job too small
01606 594038 07958 701948
C.C. HANDYMAN Kitchens to garden maintenance Friendly reliable and work for a reasonable rate Plus free estimates
Ring Chris on 07544 019312
Heating/Plumbing SMALL PLUMBING JOBS
Taps, Leaks, Blockages, Replacement Bathroom Kitchen suites, Washing machines, Toilet Repairs. TILING & RE−GROUTING, CORE DRILLING. www.AndyFix.com
Ring Andy 01606861122 or 07931706490
MJC PLUMBING SOLUTIONS bathroom re−fits leaking pipework cold water storage tank service or replacement all general work + drainage problems undertaken city@guilds qualified middlewich
07549258478
Upholstery AIREDALE UPHOLSTERY CLEANING services, 15 yrs exp. No job too big or too small. Competitive prices. Call Ray on 07885 361307
Classified Private Ads Tel: 0870 234 0031 Mon-Fri 7.30am-8pm Sat 8.30am-12.30pm on line at www.buysell.co.uk
Marie Dixon (Winsford Advertisers) Tel: 01244 606383 Mobile: 07714 429637 E-mail: marie.dixon@cheshirenews.co.uk
Soffits
Heating/Plumbing
By Phone:
If you would like to make an appointment for one of our Sales Representatives to call and see you please telephone:
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SKIP HIRE
Tel/Fax: 01782 832500 Alsager 01270 884486 Crewe/Nantwich 01270 841425 email: sales@gutterplus85.co.uk www.gutterplus85.co.uk If we can’t sort you no one can BUILDING/JOINERY
How to place an advert
Classified Trade Ads Tel: 01244 606381/606382
Established 1985 PVCu Tile Caps (Dry Verges)
Gutter(different shapes & colours) PVCu Fascias
ALSO WINDOWS DOORS CARPORTS
Skip Hire
Ray Addison (Northwich Advertisers) Tel: 01244 606318 Mobile: 07795 302461 E-mail: ray.addison@buysell.co.uk
Recruitment Advertising
Domestic and Commercial.
Tel: 0870 701 0073 Fax: 0870 701 0075 E-mail: recruitment@cheshirenews.co.uk
All Skip sizes available: 2yd to 40yds Suppliers of • • • • •
By Post or in Person
MOT type 1 subbase Washed grit sands Washed pipe bedding gravels 6F2 hardcore • Puddle Clay Topsoil • Turf media soils
Chronicle Newspapers Front Counter, Chronicle House, Commonhall Street, Chester CH1 2AA.
By Fax:
ALL SIZE SKIPS AVAILABLE
Chester 01244 606395
Tel: 01829 260 687 Fax: 01829 260 556
Chester Chronicle & Associated Newspapers may monitor or record telephone calls for training purposes
Email: info@nickbrookes.co.uk www.nickbrookes.co.uk
Distribution: 0151 472 2803
All major credit and debit cards accepted
Painting/Decorating
Enviro Skip Hire
DAVID
GSI
Carpet Services
• All Skip sizes available • Waste Disposal & Scrap Metal Recycling • Licensed Waste Transfer Station with Tipping Facilities.
Enviro Skip Hire, Station Yard, Radway Green Alsager, Crewe, CW2 5PH.
it pays to advertise in
Classified
PROFESSIONAL
Painter & Decorator. 10% off Feb & March. No Job to Small, Established over 30 yrs. Tel John 01606 556822 or 07810130912
Domestic & Commercial
Tel: 01270 820426 01270 883033
ABBOTT
Painter & Decorator. Reliable City & Guilds Craftsman. Interior & exterior. Competitive rates. Free estimates. Weaverham (01606) 851212.
MIDDLEWICH CARPETS
Carpets, vinyls, laminate and wooden floors. Supplied and fitted at the lowest prices. Showroom open 6 days. Unbeatable Prices. Home selection service. Visit us at 34 Hightown. Middlewich. 73297454
Classified
Northwhich Chronicle
The Chronicle, February 18, 2009
01606 834627
Telephone Services ALL
Telephone work. Telephone & computer extensions, ex BT Engineer 01270 875424.
Garages/Garage Doors VALE ROYAL GARAGE DOORS Up and over doors, supplied, fitted & repaired. Remote control conversions. Unit 2, Duttons Industrial Estate, Dock rd, Northwich. Tel 0800 7311533
Plasterwork
A.M PLASTERING No job too small, clean professional service, free quotations. Call Andy Moss on 01606 334795, mob 07890 478982 Northwich
Plasterwork
SLALLPLASTERING YOUR PLASTERING NEEDS * Boarding * Skiming * Rendering * Dri lining * Coving * Artexing All work completed in a clean friendly environment with extremely high standards. CALL SHAUN FOR FREE QUOTE
07834 554256 01606 301511
PAINTING SERVICE AVAILABLE
The Chronicle, February 18, 2009
Plasterwork
RB PLASTERING Plastering, dry lining, reskims, rendering, coving, artexing. No job too small, FREE estimates.
BAILEY
Blinds
PLASTERING
All aspects of plastering undertaken, extensions & alterations. Call for free estimate. No job too small. Telephone 01270 763176 Mobile: 07962 102357.
D.I.Y. & Tools
50
Tel 07900 148 127
Roofing
FLAT ROOFING SPECIALISTS
ESTABLISHED 1977 Specialist in high performance polyester torch on felts Council approved. All types of flat roofs repaired or renewed. All replacement roofs guaranteed for a period of 20 years, life expectancy 30 years. Family run business, Fully insured with Groupama, CITB Registered, CSCS registered. Free estimates
01606 892194 or 07774 713459/ 07766 700602
Poplar View Cottage, Marbury Road, Comberbach. All areas covered.
TV/Video/Audio Repairs AERIAL SATELLITE SERVICES RDI Registered Installer / Sky Freeview / Free Sat European Satellite Systems / Motorised Systems
SPECIAL OFFER
1 Freeview Box or DVD Player FREE with every Aerial Supplied and Fitted
0800 118 2705 • 07858 210556
01606 559346 or 07843 725314
DR DIGITAL UK
ALL TYPES OF AERIAL INSTALLATION SKY, MULTIROOM. FREEVIEW OR POOR RECEPTION AREAS ADDITIONAL PHONE POINTS. PLASMA & LCD FITTING. ALL WORK CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED RDI REGISTERED ENGINEER NO JOB TOO SMALL ALL WORK METER TESTED AND GUARANTEED Contact Dave www.drdigitaluk.co.uk
07866 794651 01606 76900
Sales & Bargains Private: 0870 2340031 Trade:01244 606381
adult, red, rubber wheels, 2 gears (forward/reverse), good condition, cost £300, asking £180. 07756 036245 Sandbach
GUN CASE
Countryman gun case holds 3 guns v.good condition. £100.00 01270760976
Household Goods
CHESTERFIELD SUITE
3 seater settee, 1 high & 1 low studded back chair, foot stool. Antique green. Very good condition. Can deliver.
£175 ono
RETIRED MARKET TRADER’S Surplus stock, 20 leather jackets, patchwork pattern, black, fully lined, detachable hood, 3 sizes, £200. 01606 781805.
UNWANTED GIFTS large
selection, new, ideal for car boot/fund raiser etc, £40. Tel: 01606 888304 Northwich
WANTED DOULTON
BESWICK/
Moorcroft animals/figurines etc., jewellery, medals, silver & gold, almost anything old. I pay the best prices so I have been told! Will travel & pay cash. Tel. 01270 520369/07718 827048. Nantwich
YELLOW LAMBANANA
SUPER
Original Ceramic, new in the box. Dimensions H17cm L20cm W6cm John £25 07522 669744
07973619924 SOFA
Collins and Hayes Sophia 3 seater sofa, gold loose covers, excellent condition. £150 01606 76825
SUITE
plus small dining table and 2 chairs collect only £150 0151 423 1887
LEATHER
SETTEE Dk/ Blue Leather 2 Seater Settee and Chair, excellent condition, buyer collects. £150 07983618808
LEATHER
SUITE
Offer subject to availability. Conditions apply.
MASTERCARD FREE MEASURE
GEMINI
VISA FREE FITTING*
FREEPHONE 0800 731 4904 3 Vertical blinds, up to 6’ wide, any drop £76 7 vertical blinds, up to 6’ wide, any drop £179 7 Rollers, up to 6’ wide, any drop £195
S D N I L B R ROLLE FREE
1 T E G 1 Y U B
FAMILY RUN BUSINESS EST OVER 25 YEARS
3+2 black excell cond must view £700 ono 07904729539 or 0151 281 4379
FANTASTIC SAVINGS AVAILABLE
01606 46178
NOT IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER SALE OFFERS
Beds/Bedrooms
Furniture LEATHER SUITE
Corner group & 2 seater sofa in brown leather. Excellent condition, 2 years old, house move forces sale
SINGLE BED
Pine, Open Sprung Mattress (Still In Wrapper) Unused, With Solid Slats (John Lewis) Buyer Collects.
£600
£175.00
01606 75819
0151 727 3856 SOFA BED Contemporary
3 SEATER LEATHER
brown leather, v.g.c, £150 ono 07818 868327 or 01270 258475
Chesterfield. Red/brown. Very good condition. 01270 569957 2 X SOFAS large 2 seater,
cream, almost new, house move forces sale, £200 for both. Tel: 07511 189730.
ANTIQUE PINE table with
four chairs excellent condition £75 ono, 01928 787468
CHILDREN’S PINE rock-
ing chair, new. 2 foot high, slatted seat, quality chair only £34.95 can be posted or collect Tel: 07976 273125
2 armchairs with cushions, 2 tables, 1 footstool. £120 ono. 01948 664890.
CONSERVATORY
SUITE
Unused, still in wrap, luxury cushions, intended for show home, cost £1,495, will accept £495. Can deliver. 07944 081985.
DARK BLUE
leather 3− piece suite, very good condition, £500 ono. Tel. 01928 722903. (Frodsham).
THREE PIECE SUITE and
two matching foot stools, mink colour, very good condition, £100, Tel. 01606 556859 (Winsford).
Bathrooms VICTORY SPA ORINOCO LUXURY SHOWER AND STEAM CABIN OVS/K3. Hardly used, complete with overhead cascade shower, foot/body massage jets, steam function, LED lights. RRP of over £3,000. Quick sale required hence £800 o.n.o. 01352 742 230.
Kitchens
AGA COOKER
Reconditioned Aga. Hardly used. Black with Chrome lids. Mint condition. Oil fired with 2 ovens. Cost £4500, new kitchen forces sale! £2950.00
01606 889545
Domestic Appliance Sales FRIDGE
SUBJECT TO TECHNICAL RESTRICTIONS
Domestic Appliance Sales LARDER FRIDGE
Whirlpool white larder fridge immaculate condition 15mths old £70.00 07702 266953
Soft Furnishing FOR CAR BOOTER retail
packs of ready made curtains, beanbags, bedspreads to clear. All new, call for details. 01704 531068
Disabled Equipment MOBILITY
LARGE STORAGE SHED 16 X 8, as new, £650. 07876 201 929
SALUKI
Victory 4 wheel scooter, 6mph 25 mile range VGC £350 01606 852867 or07518162145
MOBILITY TAXI 4
four wheel, red, 9 months old, excellent condition, £275 ono. 07785 546086 or 01270 587477.
SHOPRIDER
DELUXE
mobility scooter, 4 wheeler, excellent condition, 25 mile range, rain cover, lights. Can deliver locally. £395 ono. 01948 820500.
Miscellaneous FABRIC STOCK CLEARANCE From interior designer / costume maker. Masses of fabric rolls / lace, trims etc at bargain prices. Huge quantity of silk fabrics at £1.50 a metre. 1000 industrial thread cones at £1.50 each. Suitable for curtain making, upholstery, dressmaking. Too much to mention, offers also accepted for a job lot purchase.
01352 742230. FOOTBALL
LOFT
INSULATION Six inches thick, covers 91/2 square metres, 20 packs at £10 per pack. Tel. 07970 143 258 (CW10).
SECURITY
FENCES
approx 20, 3 metres long, 2 metres high, £7 each, rubber feet £3 each. Tel: 07778 331537.
D.I.Y. & Tools Wanted
COACH
wanted for ladies 35+ team, Merseyside. Call Kim £0.00 0151 475 8615
ALL HOUSE CLEARANCES
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
£1,000 voucher − yours for £550. Genuine offer. Voucher bought at Charity auction. 2 professional Wedding photographers. Unlimited pictures. All images supplied on hard drive. Plus Italian leather album with your choice of photographs. Valid for 2009. Contact Lynn May 07778 391759
TV/Video/Audio Sales DVD COLLECTION any 10
Cameras/Camcorders
Everything bought & rubbish removed
8am-9pm - 7 days
MODEL RAILWAY and
Diecast wanted, prefer mint, boxed, any amount, layouts dismantled, Hornby, Wrenn, Bachmann, Corgi etc., Tel. 01606 872786 (Northwich).
WANTED: OLD FLAGS/ BUNTING U. Jacks, Welsh, Scottish, English, reasonable condition, top prices paid. Tel. daytime: 07775 574 805 (SY13).
BOOKS MINOLTA
Dynax 600Si, 35mm film camera, Minolta 70−210 lens and Sigma 28−70 lens, £20. Tel: 01606 888304 Northwich
Computers/Games WINSFORD IT
Wireless setup, repairs, upgrades, password recovery, data recovery, office computer moves, data migration, rollouts, VAT registered, discretion guaranteed.
£no call out fee 07538758779
Collectors Items LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL 1979-80
Ray Clemence Testimonial Leather Football For Sale.
Signed by Clemence and the Full Liverpool Squad at that time including Paisley, Souness, McDermott, Hansen, Kennedy, Dalglish, Lee, Neal, Thompson, Jones & Highway...
A Very Rare collectors item. Ring 0777 9353654
Sports Equipment CROSS TRAINER Reebok
3 series motion as new cost £240 sell £110 0151 933 1308
Parent & Child QUINNY
BUZZ black 3−wheeler, many extras ex cond FTSWB £130 0151 280 4789 or 07967 709480
BABY
STARTER Moses basket, combi pram,steriliser, various items including boys clothes from birth. Tel 01270 520625.
CASH WAITING for
any old toys, Corgi, Dinky, Britains Farm and Military, Trains, Mamod Steam Engines, Minic, anything considered. Tarvin. 01829 740258.
FOOTBALL/RUGBY PROGRAMMES Wanted,
OLD
Full 7 day polite & professional clearance service
01606 42142
wanted by collector, top prices paid for badges, medals, uniforms, helmets etc. Anything considered. Please phone 01270 568542.
top prices paid. 0161 903 9081. Timperley.
★ FREE ESTIMATES ★
Tel: Peter or Julia Critchley on
ARMY MEMORABILIA
MASONIC ITEMS wanted,
BEREAVEMENT CLEARANCES
GREYHOUND
GRANDFATHER
CLOCKS Wanted, any condition, best cash prices paid. Also Grandfather clock parts and all other related articles including barometers. 01829 733028 or 07974 957 482
pre−1970’s, League, Non−League, Friendlies, Cup, Internationals, Scottish etc., very good prices paid. Tel. 01745 563002.
Articles Wanted
also Beagle cross Jack, 6 mnths old, £200 each. 01514984636
SCOOTER
FREEZER
White Beko− CDA539FW freestanding, 3mnth old, new kitchen forces sale. £130 − o.n.o 07971 365835
Miscellaneous
for £30 any 20 for £40. Wide selection BBFC. Phone or Text Tel: 07913608166
B U Y N O W PAY L AT E R 01244 811576
Tel: 07778 331537.
wanted woodworking hand tools and any other interesting tools considered. 01286 881217
SPECIALISTS IN SUN A WNINGS AND PLEATED BLINDS FOR CONSER VAT O R I E S
(subject to status)
KWIK STAGE SCAFFOLDING price to be agreed.
TOOLS
www.hillarys.co.uk/love
CONSERVATORY FURNITURE As new,
CONSERVATORY
FREE measuring & fitting FAST local service FIRST choice for blinds in the UK Almost 40 years’ experience
CALL NOW! 0800 916 6536 8.30am-9pm weekdays, 9am-5pm weekends
Offers invited
DINO GO−CART ages 5 to
LOVE YOUR HOME FOR LESS!
S ON LY ) (S EL EC TE D FA BR IC
Classified Articles For Sale
BLINDS
OFF
Verticals, Rollers, Venetians, Romans, Pleateds, Awnings & Conservatory blinds
Eddie Mcdaid Roofing
Sky, multiroom, tv brackets fitted, phone points, no job to small. 15 yrs exp. All jobs metered.
MADE-TO-MEASURE
F 100s O S FABRIC
Call Ray on
RRS DIGITAL AERIALS
%
UP TO
Articles Wanted
71378919SS13
Plasterwork
25
Always required, collectors, libraries also maps, magazines, prints, pictures, classical records. 01978 266606/01928 788743
POSTCARDS
Wanted pre−1950 in albums or loose. Also old photos. Contact with confidence, top prices paid. 01925 762838.
OLD RADIO EQUIPMENT wanted, valves, amplifiers, military radios, valve testers, radiograms, vintage hifi, tape recorders, wind−up gramophones, crystal sets, pre 1950 televisions, cinefilms, petrol pump globes etc. Tel. 01782 517278 or 07958 447732
RECORD/VINYL COLLECTIONS Rock, Indie, Pop, from the 50’s to present. No easy listening, must be in very good condition. Top prices paid. 07542 438735.
ROLLS
ROYCE Bentley, Mulliner wanted. Mascots, badges, decanter, wood boxes, anything interesting at all. 01253 300100
WANTED DOULTON
BESWICK/
Moorcroft animals/figurines etc., jewellery, medals, silver & gold, almost anything old. I pay the best prices so I have been told! Will travel & pay cash. Tel. 01270 520369/07718 827048. Nantwich
Classified Agriculture
To place an advert Tel: 01244 606381/606382
Gardening
Pets
CHAINSAW
ALASKAN
14" MS180cc, excellent working order, £180. Tel: 01928 787940 or 07890 883509.
HEDGING
SPECIALIST
Leylandii 3−4ft £4.50 4− 6ft £7.50, Laurel £3.95/ £5.50, Box 95p/£3.50. Native hedging. Tel: 01829 720514 www.hedgeit.co.uk
SIT ON MOWER Twin cut classic. order. annually. 664890.
In working Serviced £400. 01948
MALAMUTE
Cross Alsation puppies, 9 weeks old. Wormed, had first injection, mother and father can be seen, £250 each. 07904 919331 / 07857 594333.
BLACK LABRADOODLE
F1
pups, wormed and vet checked, raised on farm with children and other animals, chunky pups, non moulting and no allergies, £350 each. Tel. 01606 891607 / 07912 939 143
WANTED
CAVEY
Livestock/Poultry
DOG kennel. Felted roof,
1 x large concrete sectional garage. 1 x large greenhouse and / or 1 x log cabin for garden project. Good condition / reasonable price. Willing to dismantle and remove quickly. 01352 742230.
BLACK Rock speckledy & warren day old and 18wk old pullets. Cobb and Ross meat chicks; also Turkeys and Ducks. Cyril Bason (Stokesay) Ltd. Craven Arms. 01588 673204/5.
GARDEN POULTRY large
selection of POL pullets available, new breeds, fully vaccinated. Tel. 01928 787979 or 07871 285 834
POL
PULLETS Hybrids, popular breeds, Black Rocks, Whitestar, Utility Sussex, others. 12+ £5 each. 01270 820626 or 07946 761435 (Nantwich)
POL
PULLETS
modern hybrids & old fashioned pure breds, fully vaccinated, also poultry housing & starter kit, plus feeders, drinkers, food etc. Can deliver. 01829 730876 or 07892 910332.
HAVEN Need loving homes for lots of rescued guinea pigs, dwarf rabbits & gerbils, all very friendly & waiting to be loved again. 01606 862688. Hutches available, donation required. (Winsford). treated wood. A quality kennel. As new. Carpeted floor. Warm, cosy. Could deliver £49. Tel 01270 569651
JACK
RUSSELL boy puppy, tri coloured, 8 weeks old, very friendly, loves children £120. 07935 229606
LASSIE ROUGH COLLIE Puppies. Stable and white and tri. Parents both pedigree. No papers. £350 Ring for details Tel: 07874 015839 or 07984 843220
LOVELY
PATTERDALE
Cross puppies £100 reliable owners only Tel: 01948 664689
MINIATURE LABRADOODLES
Black and chocolate puppies. Curly and scruffy coated. Will make a superb family pet. March, Ready 14 viewing welcome any time. Deposit secures. Prices from £295. 07977 393535.
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Pets
Pedigree Pets
MINIATURE LHASA JACKS Lhasa apso cross
LHASA
miniature Jack Russell. Beautifully marked, extremely long haired red and white pups, mother and father can be seen, fathers winning championships, wormed, vaccinated, de−flead and due claws clipped, house reared and used to children, each sold with starter packs which includes food, house training pads, click trainer etc, ready Feb 28th. Viewing welcome. Tel. 07870 399232. £300 ono.
PARSON RUSSELL TERRIER PUPS Dogs & bitches, rough & smooth coats, wormed, ready to go, Father KC reg, £200 each. 07968 287708. Nantwich.
STAFFORDSHIRE BULL TERRIER PUPS Reds and black brindles. KC reg, ready early March. £500, deposit secures. 01270 781227 or 07709 100369.
TORTOISES Must go to good homes. 07756 878271
£125.
Pedigree Pets CHUNKY STAFF PUPS 1
dog, 4 bitches, DL Registered, good temperaments, home reared with their Mum, £400 each. 01270 501934
DOBERMAN
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From established breeder, black/tan and brown/tan, dogs and bitches, parents KC− reg., excellent pedigree, superb temperament, can be seen, puppy pack, microchipped if required, £400. Tel. 01978 751169 or 07801 450654 (Wrexham).
GREAT
DANE PUPS a fantastic litter of Harlequins/blues and blacks, KC reg, vet checked, wormed and puppy pack. Call Gillian 01270 821266 or 07739 776711
LABRADOR
PUPPIES 6 black, 1 golden, home reared, vet checked, 6 weeks old, parents can be seen, no papers, £300. Tel: 07896 098884.
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black and yellows, lovely healthy pups, good pedigree, wormed and registered, ready now. Tel: 01745 850205 Prestatyn.
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PEDIGREE WHIPPETS PUPS blue & white, KC Reg, vet checked & wormed, dogs £350, bitches £400. Pet or working. 07732 923 095
POODLE
PUP one left, miniature, black boy, home bred, happy and friendly, wormed, non moulting, good home only, £275, ready now, can deliver. 01606 45889 or 07590 729749.
WESTIE PUPPIES Home
reared, vet checked, and parvo vaccinated, 6 weeks free insurance, 7.5 weeks old, delivered to your door, £325. Tel. 01239 810351.
WHIPPET PUPS Working
strain, Sooty Sam lines, KC reg, dogs £250, bitches £300, parents can be seen. 07968 287708 Nantwich.
YORKIE
PUPPIES Excellent pedigree. 4 Bitches available, 38 champs, KC reg, deps secures, ready in 3 weeks £400 each. 01270 763 497
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Retail Development Executive (Job Ref: 515)
Based in Llandudno Junction, North Wales. Basic salary: £17,235 with an annual bonus potential of £2,000 working 5 days over 6 Monday to Saturday. Company car. A new vacancy has arisen for a Retail Development Executive to join the North Wales and Cheshire Newspaper Sales Team. The main objective is to maintain and develop sales of our weekly and daily titles across the area by working closely with all types of outlets from independent newsagents to large supermarkets. The successful applicant will be expected to identify sales opportunities for key titles in our portfolio, develop an understanding of sales trends and supplies through analysis of data and direct feedback from individual outlets. Applicants must be numerate, have excellent communication skills both written and verbal and be competent users of Microsoft Word and Excel. Previous experience within the sale of newspapers would be advantageous, however full training will be given to the right candidate. More importantly, we want someone with enthusiasm, common sense and the commitment to doing the job well. A clean driving licence is essential. Training will consist of job shadowing within each area of the newspaper sales team together with suitable training courses relevant to the role. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV together with a covering letter quoting the job reference number (on all correspondence) to: Olwen John, Newspaper Sales Manager, North Wales & Cheshire, Trinity Mirror NW2, PO Box 202, Vale Road, Llandudno Junction LL31 9ZD. Closing date: Friday 6th March 2009.
52 REG ALFA ROMEO
156 JTS TURISMO 82,000 miles, blue/grey, petrol, 2 litre, Mot end April 09, Tax June 09, 2 owners
£2,000 07725 324 232
B.M.W. BMW
318
SERIES
3
automatic, 2000, blue, 34,000 miles, Tax Oct, Mot end July, immaculate condition £3,200. Tel: 01606 74717.
Chrysler/Jeep CHRYSLER VOYAGER 2.5 CRD LX 2001, Blue, grey interior, 7 seats, leather, CD player, MOT May 2009, tax July 2009.
£3,750 Tel. 0151 334 8904
Citroen
NEXT TO CREWE ALEXS CAR PARK OPPOSITE END FROM THE STADIUM PHONE 9 AM TO 9PM 7 DAYS A WEEK OPENING HOURS.MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9AM -5.30PM.FRIDAY 9AM -5PM. SATURDAY 9AM -4PM. CLOSED ON SUNDAYS. OUT OF HOURS POSSIBLE BY APPOINTMENT.
Ford
w reg, 1.8, metallic blue, 140k, fsh, 1 owner from new, good tyres, well maintained, mot Aug 09, Must be seen £650.
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We are a national company looking for another 16 sales delivery drivers due to our recent expansion in the midlands area. The positions are to join our existing team who are currently earning an average of £42,000 per annum. We will provide you with a new company vehicle, full back up training & support no experience necessary. All successful applicants will have a driving licence. Call Steve for a personal interview on the following telephone number
(0844) 8841111 Ref No. SR1
Local newspapers & their websites are the number one choice for local jobs Source: recruitment Choice, The Newspaper Society 2005
BRAVA
80
SX
1999, Good condition MOT and taxed £875 Tel. 07743 753986
FIAT BRAVO 100SX Hatchback 2001, Grey, C/Locking, CD, 8Mth MOT, 44k miles New Cambelt, recent tyres/ battery vgc £1,375 Tel. 01606 789140
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Come with us to theTheatre Royal Drury Lane to be amongst the first to see the new production of OLIVER!
Departs Saturday 28 March for 2 days from £169.95pp To Book
Call: 01524 511781 BROUGHT TO YOU BY: TRINITY MIRROR NORTH WEST AND NORTH WALES IN CONJUNCTION WITH: OMEGA HOLIDAYS ABTA V4782
FORD MONDEO 2001, 1.8LX, Y−reg, 5−door hatchback, 6−months MoT/ tax, full service record, very good condition, 78,000 miles.
07702 635687
FIAT
NEW SALES DELIVERY DRIVERS REQUIRED
Mazda
£1,500
Fiat
Private Sector
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES NO BATTERED RUBBISH 51 VAUXHALL COMBO 775 EPIC 1.7 DIESEL VAN. FULLY MAINTAINED LOCAL AUTHORITY VEHICLE WITH ONLY 65,000 MILES AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, RADIO, CENTRAL LOCKING, PLY LINING AND RACKING ................................WAS £2095 - NOW AT £1995 NO VAT T VAUXHALL COMBO 775 EPIC 1.7 DIESEL VAN. FULLY MAINTAINED EX LOCAL AUTHORITY VEHICLE. HAS POWER STEERING, CENTRAL LOCKING, RADIO, PLY LININING AND ROOF BARS ONLY 65,000 MILES ..................................................................................NOW AT £1195 NO VAT 02 52 VAUXHALL ASTRA ENVOY 1.7 DTI DIESEL VAN. FULLY MAINTAINED EX LOCAL AUTHORITY VEHICLE WITH ONLY 62,000 MILES. INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS AND VERY RARE AIR CONDITIONING, REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING AND PLY LINING A UNIQUE CHANCE BE QUICK! ................................................................................................................................................WAS £2995 - NOW AT £2795 NO VAT Y VAUXHALL COMBO 775 EPIC 1.7 DIESEL VAN. FULLY MAINTAINED LOCAL AUTHORITY VEHICLE WITH ONLY 31,000 MILES AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING AIRBAGS, CENTRAL LOCKING, PLY LINING, RACKING AND ROOF BARS ........................WAS £2195 - NOW AT £1995 NO VAT.
GRESTY ROAD CREWE 01270 253863 OR 07831 093377
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P HONDA CR-V ES 2.0 AUTOMATIC. THIS RARE CAR HAS ONLY 66,000 MILES WITH FULL SERVICE HISTORY. INCLUDES POWER STEERING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, ALLOY WHEELS, REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING, CD PLAYER ANTI LOCK BRAKES AND TO MUCH ELSE TO LIST. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1695 V FORD FIESTA 1.3 FINESSE SPECIAL EDITION. COMES WITH SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, SUNROOF AND STEREO. IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS VERY ECONOMICAL IDEAL FIRST CAR ......................WAS £1795 - NOW AT £1695. X VAUXHALL CORSA 1.6 SPORT. HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, CD PLAYER, ELEC. WINDOWS, AIR CONDITIONING, ALLOY WHEELS CENTRAL LOCKING AND LOADS MORE. DONT MISS THIS RARE OPPORTUNITY ..................NOW AT £1995 2003 53 KIA RIO 5 DOOR. (LIKE A LITTLE ESTATE CAR) HAS COVERED ONLY 32,000 MILES AND INCLUDES COLOUR KEYED BUMPERS AND STEREO.IS IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS. A AWFUL LOT OF MODERN LATE PLATE CAR. DONT MISS IT COS ITS CHEAP AS CHIPS ......................................................................................................................................................................................WAS £2295 - NOW AT £2195 2003 53 ROVER 75 1.8 SE CONISSEUR. HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY, INCLUDES FULL LEATHER, POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, AIR CONDITIONING, ALL ELECTRIC WINDOWS, CD PLAYER, ALLOY WHEELS, REMOTE ALARMED CENTRAL LOCKING AND FAR TO MUCH ELSE TO LIST. THE BARGAIN OF A LIFETIME ............................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £2995 X FORD MONDEO 1.8 VERONA SPECIAL EDITION 5 DOOR. HAS A FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, AIR CONDITIONING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND REMOTE ALARMED CENTRAL LOCKING, ALLOY WHEELS, CD PLAYER AND LOTS MORE. A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A VERY SPECIAL CAR ..................................................................................................................WAS £1795 - NOW AT £1595 Y PEUGEOT 206 1.4 GLX. HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND COMES WITH POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, AIR CONDITIONING, FACTORY FITTED CD PLAYER AND ROOF SPOILER, REMOTE IMMOBILISED CENTRAL LOCKING AND LOTS LOTS MORE. LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS........................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £2695 S FORD FOCUS 1.8 ZETEC 5 DOOR. THIS STYLISH PART OF THE FORD RANGE, INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, SUNROOF, CENTRAL LOCKING, ALLOY WHEELS, CD PLAYER AND SUPERB INTERIOR TRIM AND SEATING. A REALLY MODERN CAR FOR THE DISCERNING CUSTOMER AT A REALLY AFFORDABLE PRICE ................................................................WAS £1995 - NOW AT £1795 W FIAT SEICENTO 1.1 SPORTING. A REAL SPORTY STUNNER BUT WITH LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS. INCLUDES POWER STEERING, CENTRAL LOCKING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, ALLOY WHEELS, SPORTS STYLE SEATING AND INTERIOR COPLETE WITH CD PLAYER. A SMART CAR WANTING VERY SMART OWNER ..............................................................................................................WAS £1895 - NOW AT £1695 Y FORD MONDEO 2.0 GHIA ESTATE. THIS TOP OF THE RANGE CAR HAS A IMPECCABLE SERVICE RECORD AND COMES WITH POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS,AIR CONDITIONING, CD PLAYER, ANTI LOCK BRAKES, QUICK CLEAR WINDSCREEN AND OODLES MORE CHEAP AS CHIPS ..............................................................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1995 04 04 MITSUBISHI COLT SPACE STAR 1.3 MIRAGE MPV. A ONE OWNER VEHICLE WITH FULL MITSUBISHI SERVICE HISTORY. HAS POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, CENTRAL LOCKING, ALLOY WHEELS AND CD PLAYER. ALL SEATING FOLDS FLAT FOR CAVENOUS LOAD SPACE AND LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE.A ONE OFF BUY ..........................................................................WAS £2795 - NOW AT £2495 S VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.6 SPORT. (PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY OURSELVES) THIS RARE CAR HAS A FULL SERVICE HISTORY, INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIR BAGS, ANTI LOCK BRAKES, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, AIR CONDITIONING, SPORTS SEATS AND INTERIOR WITH ALLOY WHEELS. A REAL SPORTY STUNNER BUT WITHOUT THE HIGH INSURANCE COST..............................................................................................NOW AT £1695 2001 51 PEUGEOT 106 INDEPENDANCE SPECIAL EDITION. VERY ECONOMICAL AND IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS. INCLUDES SUNROOF, COLOUR KEYED BUMPERS, SPECIAL INTERIOR TRIM WITH UNIQUE QUICKSILVER PAINT FINISH ................................................................................................................................................................................................WAS £1995 - NOW AT £1895 VEHICLES UNDER £1500 T FORD FIESTA 1.3 FINESSE 5 DOOR. HAS FULL SERVICE HISTORY AND INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIRBAGS, SUNROOF, COLOUR KEYED BUMPERS, STEREO AND IS IN LOW ROAD TAX AND INSURANCE GROUPS. IDEAL FIRST CAR...........................................................NOW AT £1495 J MITSUBISHI PAJERO DIESEL AUTOMATIC 7 SEATER. THIS RARE BEAST INCLUDES POWER STEERING, AIR CONDITIONING, ELECTRIC WINDOWS, REMOTE CENTRAL LOCKING WITH ENGINE IMMOBILISER, ELECTRIC SUNROOF, BULLBARS, SIDE RUNNING BOARDS AND FAR TO MUCH ELSE TO LIST A REAL ONE OFF BE QUICK ....................................................................................................................................NOW AT £1495
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Ford
2006 FORD FOCUS 1.8 TDCI Sport, 17500k, five door hatchback, under Ford warrantee, four months tax, alloys, a/c, towbar fitted.
£7,200
FORD TRANSIT 280 100PS, SWB, 2002, 7 seater, metallic blue, alloy wheels, sliding door, pas, ew, em, fully alarmed, towbar, 10 disc multi changer, excellent condition, 12 months MOT, 6 months tax
01270 665466 07956 021370
MAZDA MX-5
Euphonic 2004, FSH, 2 owner, MOT Oct. PAS, AB, 15” alloys, red / black leather seats, cent locking, elec mirrors & windows, 6 disc CD multichanger. £6500 ono
N REG FORD FIESTA old
lady owner, 96K miles, good runner, 12mths Mot, new tyres, £425 ono. Tel: 07940 397307.
Honda HONDA CIVIC
03 1700 Diesel, 5 door, Silver. 44k MoT March 2010, Tax July 2009. Excellent condition, economical and reliable £3950 Tel: 01244 675276
Renault
PEUGEOT 406 1.8 1998, Blue. estate. Good Condition. Taxed NO MOT. £275.00 Tel. 07960024598
Renault RENAULT SCENIC 1.9 colti.
Tel. 07823882740
Mini MINI
2000, lady owner from new, 53k, 11 months MOT & tax, exc con, £1,450. 01244 548519.
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND PEACE OF MIND ALL VEHICLES HAVE A MECHANICAL SAFETY CHECK AND COME WITH WARRANTY! ALL VEHICLES ARE HPI DATA CHECKED HAVE 12 MONTHS MOT, SERVICE AND CAMBELT WHERE REQUIRED YOU WILL NOT FIND BETTER PRESENTED CARS
Peugeot
01928 724 092. FIESTA FINESSE 1.3, Jan
£3,500 ONO
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ONE 1.6, reg, 24/01/05, manual, excellent condition, low mileage, 37,260k, 12 months MOT, Chilli red, £6,200ono. 01270 611354/07897 966752.
Mitsubishi ceed, L reg, 2.8 TD, LWB, new tyres, stainless steel exhaust, good clean condition, MOT November £2000 ono. 01477 500103 or 07979 730808 Sandbach area
MITSUBISHI
1.5Dci Dynamique 106 2006, 5 DR, Man 6 Spd, ABS, Air Cond, 6 CD, Alarm, Alloys, FSH, Tax Oct’09, Elec Panoramic S/Roof, Elec Windows/Mirrors, Auto Lights/Wipers, Fog Lights, Excellent Cond £6700 ono
Tel. 07768 331975
W reg. Low mileage. Diesel. PAS, E/W, A/C. Superb runner. Excellent condition. All round
£1,650 ovno 01270 587677
RENAULT
MITSUBISHI PAJERO Ex-
RENAULT MEGANE
LAGUNA
Dynamique DCi, 53 reg, 1.9D estate, metallic black, alloys, sunroof, part leather seats, full mot, minor work required to electrics hence bargain price £2,100, can email photos. Tel: 07788 928191.
Rover
RENAULT CLIO
Grande. 5 door 1.2. S reg. Bronze. 47,000 miles. Taxed and tested. Excellent condition
£1,295 ono 01270 528376 Crewe Evening 07792 206845 Day
Saab
SHOGUN
SWB, 2.5td, P−reg, red over silver. Taxed and MOT’d, immaculate condition. Any inspection welcome. £1,650 o.n.o. 07950 539050.
ROVER
CITY SOLO 03 plate. 34K miles, 1 lady owner, Mot 31/01/2010, Tax June, £1,500. Tel: 01244 679464 after 6pm.
SAAB TALLADEGA 900S. R−reg, PAS, e/w, taxed till end of March, MOT August. In good condition. £799. 01270 584104.
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VW SAAB 93
£995 07716 850089
Vauxhall VAUXHALL CORSA 1.2 16V SXi, 2005 model with 55 plate, 3 door, hatchback, black, alloy wheels, manual, CD and radio, 3 x 3 point rear seat belts, abs, body coloured bumpers, ew, 26,000 miles, 1 lady owner, tax May 31, MOT Nov 22, excellent condition
£4,395 ono 07799 432327 ASTRA
2002 ABBEY AVENTURER 312
2 LITRE Petrol, manual, 45000 miles, X reg 2000, tax June 09, MOT July 09, excellent condition, 2 lady owners
£4,000
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2002, Bertane. 1800 16v F.S.H. Tax 31/5/09 Mot 30/5/09. Metallic silver. 4 x E/W. Alloy wheels. Parking sensors. C/L P.A.S E/R. Full irmscher bodykit. Grill and back box. £2575 ono. Tel: 07919 561849 or 01270 501988
1997 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.2L, 98K, six months tax, twelve months MOT. New cylinder head, radiator and battery. Full service, £650. 01928 724092.
P−REG VAUXHALL ASTRA VGC, taxed April, MOT September. £500 ono. 07748 255620.
VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.6 R
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Northwich Vics - Blue Square Premier
How they stand Division One
FOOTBALL BLUE SQUARE PREMIER Burton Albion ...... Histon ................. Stevenage Boro.. Wrexham ............ Torquay Utd ........ Cambridge Utd ... Kidderminster H.. Oxford Utd .......... Crawley Town ..... Kettering Town.... Weymouth .......... Eastbourne Boro. Rushden & Ds .... Mansfield Town... Altrincham........... Ebbsfleet Utd ...... York City ............. Woking................ Barrow ................ Salisbury City...... Grays Athletic ..... Forest Green R... Northwich Vics.... Lewes .................
P 31 28 32 28 29 30 29 32 29 25 31 30 31 30 30 30 31 31 29 30 28 29 30 31
W 22 16 15 15 15 13 15 15 13 12 11 13 10 13 11 9 7 7 8 8 8 7 4 4
Pts 71 55 53 52 52 50 49 47 43 42 42 42 40 40 40 34 33 32 31 30 29 29 19 17
UNIBOND PREMIER Eastwood Town .. Hednesford Town Nantwich Town ... North Ferribt Utd. Ilkeston Town...... FC Utd of Manc .. Bradford Park Av Marine................. Guiseley.............. Ashton Utd.......... Kendal Town ....... Ossett Town........ Cammell Laird .... Frickley Athletic .. Whitby Town ....... Witton Albion ...... Buxton ................ Worksop Town .... Boston Utd.......... Matlock Town...... Leigh Genesis..... Prescot Cables ...
P 25 27 28 27 24 29 26 26 26 27 25 27 28 26 27 28 28 29 26 28 24 27
W 16 16 15 14 12 13 12 12 11 11 11 10 9 6 7 9 8 7 7 5 7 5
Pts 54 53 51 45 44 44 42 42 41 41 40 34 34 29 29 29 29 28 27 26 25 24
VODKAT PREMIER AFC Fylde........... Newcastle Town.. New Mills ............ Glossop Nth End Congleton Town.. Squires Gate....... Ashton Athletic.... Alsager Town ...... Silsden AFC........ Atherton LR ........ Bacup Borough... Runcorn Linnets . Winsford United .. Maine Road ........ Flixton ................. Ramsbottom U* .. Nelson ................ Abbey Hey .......... Atherton Colls ..... Formby ............... St Helens Town... Colne ..................
P 20 25 22 22 23 26 24 23 22 23 18 20 27 25 25 21 24 25 25 22 20 20
W 18 15 15 14 14 10 10 11 9 7 8 9 8 8 6 8 6 6 5 5 5 3
Pts 54 51 47 45 44 42 35 34 33 31 30 30 29 27 27 26 24 21 19 18 16 15
*four points deducted
CSB Construct.... Indian FC ............ Cty Commercial .. Franks Paving..... BM FC ................ Vasle Royal FC... Wozu-Woodside . Roberts FC ......... Sproston’s Sncks Midpoint 18 ......... Thomas Hardie ... Northwich Police. RL Supporters .... Weaverham SS ..
P 17 16 17 16 16 16 16 17 16 16 16 16 17 16
W 13 11 11 9 9 8 6 6 6 3 4 2 3 1
Pts 72 36 34 31 30 25 23 22 21 16 15 10 10 5
W 15 14 12 11 10 9 7 6 7 6 4 4 4 3
Pts 46 42 37 35 34 28 22 21 21 19 14 14 14 9
Division Two
Cheshire Tand .... Deepstore FC ..... AJS Engineering. Swift FC .............. EVC .................... Spinner&Berg ..... Real Atmos ......... Motorbodycare.... OYB .................... Roberts Bakery... ROJAC ............... Gemini Automatic Kingfisher............ Lawrences ..........
P 18 18 18 16 18 17 17 16 17 18 18 17 17 19
Division Three
TB FC ................. EBG .................... FOW FC ............. Mid Ches Morg ... Dales Diggers ..... Amber Lounge .... Hormbreys Butch 8 Skins FC .......... Weaver Vale Utd. Lacagole ............. Vale Royal Celtic Linpac Allbert FC RJ signs.............. AD FC................. Able Systems...... Cheshire Link......
P 21 21 22 22 20 20 19 21 21 20 21 22 20 19 20 21
W 20 12 11 10 10 10 8 7 4 5 5 4 5 4 4 1
Pts 60 41 39 37 36 35 30 24 24 23 21 20 19 15 14 12
P W 17 16 18 14 18 8 18 8 18 6 16 7 18 6 18 5 17 5 18 2 18 3 18 3
Pts 49 44 28 28 25 23 21 19 19 14 13 12
Division Four
Vaseco................ FC Harrisons ...... JAC Plum&Heat.. Newbury Data..... Wheatsheaf FC... WNSS FC ........... MR FC ................ IMS ..................... RA Design .......... The Old Bill ......... AH Electrical ....... On Site Services.
Division Five
PDS FC .............. NFG .................... Tectonics Fc........ Flamecare FC..... NewEra FC ......... Tarporley Lions ... John Mills Build... Megamind FC ..... AFC Weaverham TSS..................... AFC Amanico .....
P W 16 16 15 8 15 7 14 8 14 7 16 6 14 6 15 3 14 4 15 4 14 0
Pts 48 26 26 25 23 21 20 14 14 13 1
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RUGBY UNION
First Division
CHESHIRE/S LANCS ONE
Middlewich Town Woodley FC........ ClubAZ................ Rylands/Cros ...... Trafford Res........ Stalybridge C R .. Greenalls P St O. Styal.................... Curzon Ashton R Pilkington ............ Knutsford ............ Garswood Utd..... Billinge FC .......... Gamesley ........... Linotype/Cheadle Barnton ...............
P 18 15 17 19 21 17 19 18 20 17 20 17 16 16 17 21
W 13 12 11 10 10 19 9 9 10 7 5 4 3 2 2 2
Pts 42 38 35 34 34 32 31 31 30 24 18 15 14 12 9 8
Second Division
Tarporley Victoria Moore Utd FC ..... Golborne Sports . Warrington Tn R . Lostock Gralam .. Grappenhall Sp... Whitchurch Alport Eagle Sports ....... Crewe FC ........... Daten .................. Maine Road Res. Poynton .............. Denton Town FC. Congleton Tn R .. Malpas ................ Monk FC ............. Broadheath Cent
P 22 18 18 16 18 18 20 15 21 18 18 15 15 21 19 17 21
W 11 11 12 11 9 9 8 8 8 7 7 4 5 4 5 2 2
Pts 40 39 38 38 32 30 30 27 27 22 21 18 18 18 17 9 9
MOSS FARM SEVEN-A-SIDE Premier Division
Hartford Golf ....... ID Glass.............. Johnnos Hair Sh . Thinkprint............ KB Windows ....... RW Joiners ......... Maxton Susp....... Kelly’s Plumbers . Barnton Travel .... Chapels wine Bar BRB Builders ...... Smee Timber ...... Pakmo Construct Powerplace FC ...
P W 17 11 17 11 18 9 18 9 17 9 17 9 17 9 15 7 18 5 15 6 16 4 17 5 17 2 15 0
Pts 37 36 31 31 30 29 28 24 20 19 16 15 8 6
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Burnage .............. Widnes................ Bowdon............... Wirral .................. Sale .................... Hoylake............... Ormskirk ............. Vagabonds IOM.. Wigan ................. Dukinfield............ Winnington Park .
P 15 14 14 14 14 14 14 13 15 15 14
W 13 12 10 9 9 7 6 5 3 2 1
Pts 27 24 20 19 18 14 12 10 6 4 2
NORTH TWO WEST Rochdale ............ Altrincham Kersal New Brighton ...... Rossendale......... Wilmslow ............ Leigh................... Lymm.................. Northwich............ Liverpool St H ..... Broughton Park... Sandbach ........... Blackburn............
P W 15 12 15 11 16 9 14 9 16 8 16 8 16 8 16 7 15 6 16 6 16 4 15 3
Pts 24 23 19 18 16 16 16 15 12 12 8 7
DOMINOES NORTHWICH AND DISTRICT PUBS & CLUBS Wings B .............. Lostock A............ Comberbach BC . Hartford B ........... Barnton CC B ..... Castle Priv B....... Gladstone C........ Castle Priv A....... Wings A .............. Barn Owl............. Rudheath A ........ Barnton CC A ..... Winn Rec A......... Hartford A ...........
P W 20 10 20 13 20 8 20 7 20 7 20 8 20 7 20 6 10 7 20 8 20 7 20 6 20 5 20 3
Pts 29 29 22 22 22 22 20 18 18 18 18 16 16 10
WINSFORD 5X3 LEAGUE Meadowbank ...... Rifleman ............. Salty.................... Dragon Black ...... Winsford Cons .... Dragon White...... Feathers ............. WUFC.................
P W 13 9 13 9 14 8 13 7 13 7 14 6 13 5 14 4
Pts 18 18 16 14 14 12 10 8
Monkey off our back at last, says King NORTHWICH Vics prised themselves off the bottom of the Blue Square Premier with a shock victory at Kidderminster Harriers. It was a case of lucky number 13 for relieved manager Steve King who had not tasted victory since taking over in early November last year. But thanks to a bit of luck and a resolute defensive performance, Vics stole three priceless points at Aggborough on Sunday to ignite their bid for safety. “At last!” said King. “Kidderminster have got the best home record in the league but at last we have had a bit of luck in the second half, which is something I have never had since I joined. “It’s nice to get that monkey off our back and get that first win under our belts.” It looked ominous when Matthew Barnes-Homer put Kiddy ahead on 10 minutes following an error from Mat Bailey. But Vics hit back through Damien Reeves who scored after Dean McDonald’s shot had been saved by Adam Bartlett. After the break McDonald smashed a shot against the bar before Harriers missed two gilt-edged chances as the Vics defence came under pressure. But cometh the hour, cometh the man as McDonald volleyed home on 82 minutes from Matty Crowell’s clever chipped pass. King said the last eight minutes dragged by but that the victory, which sees Vics climb above Lewes in the table and 11 points from safety, was merited. He said: “We thoroughly deserved it in my opinion and although they have had chances, so have we. “We could have been 2-1 up at half-time and I am sure the cross bar is still rocking from Dean’s shot. “But the winner was a moment of
Vodkat League WINSFORD United slipped into the bottom half of the Vodkat Premier League after a 2-2 draw at Atherton LR on Saturday. But Blues boss Joe Gibiliru was satisfied with his team’s performance and he is not entertaining any fears of being dragged into a relegation dogfight. He said: “It was 100% better then in previous weeks and we deserved to win the game. Nobody would argue with that. “The pitch was not the best and the penalty that we conceded was dubious but I’m happy with the performance. “The players know that they are not guaranteed to play week in week out but we need to make sure we are not dragged into things at the bottom. “The players have the ability to get us up the table so I have no fears about that.” An own goal and a Darren Connell strike completed the scoring for United in the 2-2 draw. Winsford faced Witton Albion in their Mid Cheshire Senior Cup semi-final last night (Tuesday) and on Saturday they visit St Helens Town (3pm).
MOMENT OF MAGIC: Matty Crowell’s expert chip set up Dean McDonald for Vics’ winner at Kidderminster. SB261208VICS-01 magic that showed that Dean is a class above this level.” Vics travel to Forest Green Rovers’
New Lawn stadium tonight (7.45pm). For a match report see www.midcheshirechronicle.co.uk
Witton Albion - UniBond League Premier
Albion enjoy emphatic victory
A WONDER goal from John Lawless gave Witton Albion the spark they needed to complete an emphatic victory over relegation rivals Buxton on Saturday. The much-needed win, which lifted Albion to 16th in the league, was in doubt after Albion fell behind before Lawless struck just before half-time with a direct free kick. Assistant boss Lee Coathup said it was just what Witton were looking for. He said: “To be fair we scored against the run of play and to go in 1-1 at half-time was a real bonus for us.
Boss Joe does not fear drop
DELIGHTED: Witton’s assistant boss Lee Coathup (left) and goalscorer Neil Black. “We have brought John Lawless in to add some quality and he’s scored an absolute wonder goal.
“We’d been stuck in first gear up until that point.” After the break Witton turned on the style and
completed the 4-1 win thanks to Neil Black, an own goal and a late strike by returning hitman Mike Moseley. Coathup added: “If we keep winning games then we’ll be all right. “We have to concentrate on what we are doing and not worry about what is happening around us.” Witton hosted Winsford United in the Mid Cheshire Senior Cup semi-final last night and on Saturday they travel to Boston United (3pm). ■ Turn to the back page for more on Mike Moseley’s return to Wincham Park.
Barnton face tough challenge Cheshire League BARNTON’S survival hopes suffered a major blow on Saturday when they lost out 2-1 at home to relegation rivals Garswood United. Kev Douglas was on the scoresheet for the Townfield Road side, who had 16-year-old Miles Harrison, from Hartford, as their star man. Manager Mick Duckett said: “It was disappointing. A few lads cried off so we were not the settled side of the past few weeks. “It’s now about us digging in. We have got to start picking up points.” Barnton host Pilkington in a rearranged game (2.15pm) this Saturday that is now a must-win for Duckett’s bottom-of-the-league outfit. ■ Lostock Gralam’s good form in Cheshire League Division Two continued with an excellent 3-1 away victory at Monk. Nagdy Khirat opened the scoring for the fifth-placed Grey Lambs on Saturday before a second-half brace from Steve Astbury completed the win. This Saturday, Lostock travel to Warrington Town Reserves (2.15pm).
Sport in detail FOOTBALL
MOSS FARM SEVEN-A-SIDE Premier Division: Kelly’s Plumbers 5 BRB Builders 1, RW Joinery 3 Pakmo Construction 1, Thinkprint 1 KB Windows 2, Smee Timber 0 ID Glass 6, Johnnos Hair Shop 1 Barnton Travel 1, Hartford Golf 2 Maxton Suspension 0. Division One: Weaverham Sea Scouts 0 Vale Royal FC , CSB Construction 1 Midpoint 18, Sproston’s Snacks 0 County Commercial 2, Northwich Police 0 The Indian FC 2. Division Two: AJS Engineering 3 Roberts Bakery
FC 1, EVC 1 ROJAC 0, Kingfisher 0 Deepstore FC 2, Real Atmos 9 Gemini Automatic Doors 3, Cheshire Tandoori 5 Lawrences 2. Division Three: TB FC 1 Mid Cheshire Mortgages 0, Amber Lounge 2 R J Signs 0, Vale Royal Celtic 0 EBG 1, FOW FC 3 Linpac Allibert FC 0, Cheshire Ink 0 8 Skins FC 1, Dales Diggers 1 Weaver Vale Utd 1. Division Four: AH Electrical 1 FC Harrisons 5, IMS 0 Vaseco, Amber Lounge 3 Gemini Automatic Doors 6, Cheshire Ink 2 Weaver Vale Utd 1, Dales Diggers 0 Swift FC 4.
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MID CHESHIRE LEAGUE Division One: Owley Wood D 2 Bostock A 5, Castle Priv A 4 Hartford B 3, Hartford C 2 M/Legion D 5, M/Legion B 2 Owley Wood C 6, Owley Wood A 2 Pockets C 5, Utd Servs D 2 Utd Servs A 5, Winsford A 2 Victoria A 5. Division Two: Cygnet D 2 Castle Priv B 5, Victoria D 5 Cygnet D 2, Hartford A 6 Moulton A 2, Pockets D 2 Pot Bank A 5, Winnington A 5 Winnington C 2, Pockets A 4 Winsford B 3.
DOMINOES
NORTHWICH AND DISTRICT PUBS AND CLUBS LEAGUE Rudheath A 7 Wings A 5, Barnton CC A 3 Barn Owl 9, Wings B 6 Castle Private A 6, Gladstone C 6 Hartford B 6, Hartford A 6 Barnton CC B 6, Lostock A 7 Winn Rec A 5, Castle Priv B 6 Comberbach BC 6. WINSFORD 5x3 LEAGUE Dragon Black 3 Golden Lion 2, WUFC 0 Dragon White 5, Meadowbank 3 Rifleman 2, Winsford Cons 3 Salty 2.
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Late defeat sees Park sink to foot of table WINNINGTON Park’s survival bid suffered a heavy blow on Saturday as relegation rivals Springfields UCLAN took the points from the vital clash at Preston Sports Arena. Park are now bottom of Division Two West while Springfields have joined local rivals Preston on 13 points one place above. Park had taken the lead twice
Hockey through Adam Kueres and Adam Buckle but 10 minutes from time, it was the then bottom-placed students who took the initiative. UCLAN earned a penalty corner which was worked into the back of the net. Earlier, Park had several chances to
win the game through Dennis Topping and Kueres, but it was not meant to be. Goalkeeper John-Paul Dodd said: “It was absolutely awful.” Park 2nds enjoyed their trip to the seaside with a 1-0 win over Colwyn Bay 2nds. Mark Kueres fired a pass into the box for Robin Bowden to scramble the ball over the line.
Park now command a 12-point lead of North West Division Five South. Other scores: Winnington Park 3rds 4 South Cheshire 3rds 3 (Lavin 3, Millington), Timperley 5ths 1 Winnington Park 4ths 0. This Saturday, Park head to Liverpool Sefton, the 2nds visit Tameside 2nds, the 3rds host Wilmslow 3rds and the 4ths host Llandudno 2nds.
Rivals get similar lessons at leaders
NORTHWICH continued to slide down the North Two West table after being overpowered at league leaders Altrincham Kersal on Saturday.
The Blacks put in a spirited performance at Stelfox Avenue and matched Kersal for 60 minutes before conceding four tries. Richard Dale impressed in his new role at fly-half and scored a try after being set up by the evergreen Steve Campbell. Matt Bebbington converted. Kevin Greaves was disappointed after the final whistle and said: “We matched Altrincham during the first half and were in with a good shout of taking something from the game. “But the second half just went pear shaped. It was a disaster and I can’t really put my finger on what went wrong. “The ability and the effort is there but it’s just the little silly errors that are costing us.” Northwich, now eighth, take on New
Athletics petitors going for medals in the senior men’s race and clubs represented from all over England. Coach Sean McGrath expects a number of Vale Royal entrants and teams to be in contention to bring glory back
ANGLING: Calvin Tagg leads the Barnton and Frodsham AC Amanda Lester Cup series after victory in the fourth round on Sunday. On the top and middle cisterns, Tagg’s 3-13-9 of rudd and roach was too good for Mark Emmison, in second with 1-13-3 of roach and Mike Smith in third with 1-5-9. Tagg is leads the series with 78 points, Emmison is second with 76 while Arthur Kenney is third with 55 points. Chris Hargadon returned to winning ways in Saturday’s match on Heesom’s Pool. He netted eight skimmers, plus roach, to put 6-4-0 on the scales. Middleton was second with 2-14-3 of skimmers and roach while third went to Mark Emmison with 2-5-9. John Cheetham won last Wednesday’s Heesom’s Pool match with skimmers and roach to weigh-in with 2-14-13. A close second was Middleton with 2-13-7 of skimmers and roach while Dave Blears was third with 0-15-2 of roach.
RUGBY UNION: Northwich Colts impressed and gained revenge for a defeat earlier in the season when Penrith visited Moss Farm at the weekend. Tries came from Robin Houghton and Phil Williams while Matt Parkinson notched a conversion and a penalty to complete the 15-12 win. Other scores: Winnington Park Senior Colts 10 Lymm Senior Colts 19, Winnington Park U14s 0 Chester U14s 21; Northwich U15s 15 Stockport U15s 0.
Unlucky Nicky timed out
ATHLETICS: Vale Royal star Nicky Archer narrowly missed out on qualifying for the NCAA Indoor Championships in America at the weekend. Former Weaverham High School pupil Archer missed the provisional standard by a mere 0.75 seconds with a time of 16mins 45.75secs at the Washington Husky Classic. Competing for her Albuquerque-based University of New Mexico Lobos team, the 23-year-old put in an impressive display in her first 5,000m indoor collegiate event at sea level. Archer is studying for a master’s degree in sports administration and has enjoyed a superb open season for her new university.
Mixed luck for Sapphires
NEW ROLE: Richard Dale impressed at fly-half but Northwich were overpowered at Altrincham on Saturday. IC181008rugby-009
Vale Royal seek capital gain at national event VALE Royal athletes will be going stride for stride with the best runners in the country at the weekend. The Mid Cheshire club will have 40 runners competing at the National Cross Country Championships at Parliament Hill in London on Saturday. The event is the biggest in the winter calendar with more than 3,000 com-
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Brighton at Moss Farm on Saturday (2.30pm) and Greaves knows it will be a tough test. “It’s always good to play against New Brighton, we had a close game at their place,” he said. “They are going really well now and seem to have clicked just at the right time. It will be a tough game.” ■ Winnington Park put in a determined display but their dismal run continued in Cheshire and South Lancs Division One continued on Saturday. League leaders Burnage ran out comfortable 48-10 winners against the Burrows Hill side who for 50 minutes matched their opponents. A Sam Brookes try was complimented by a conversion and a penalty from the boot of Ben Elliott to give Park a shock half-time lead. Park could not hold on but they can take confidence from this result, which flattered their Mancunian hosts. This Saturday, a full-strength Park host Hoylake (2.30pm).
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from the capital. “This is the big one,” he said. “It is a truly amazing sight to see that many runners compete at once. We are in with a good shout of getting a medal or two. Stevie Stockton will challenge while we’ll be happy if Rebecca Craigie gets into the top ten as she is still not 100% fit.
“The under 17 girls will be near the medals and the under 15s should also be close.” Tough opposition for team medals is expected to come in the shape of Aldershot and the curiously named East Cheshire, from Ashton-under-Lyme. ■ Pick up a copy of next week’s Chronicle for a full report.
Six-a-side glory for Retro Stars
CHAMPIONS: Mojo’s Retro Stars won Winsford six-a-side league and cup honours.
MOJO’S Retro Stars are celebrating scoring double honours in the Winsford six-a-side League. Jamie Morris’s men scooped the Premier League championship and cup knockout last Monday. In the cup final against YNWA, Lucas Smialek scored a brace to seal a 2-2 draw before Smialek scored Mojo’s penalty kick to win it
NETBALL: Northwich Sapphires had mixed fortunes in the Warrington and District League. The first team were given a shock as they were defeated by third from bottom Imagine8 29-20. Lisa Curbishley claimed player-of-the-match honours for the Sapphires who remain in second place in the Premier League. But Northwich’s third team continued to put pressure on at the top of Division Two with a 32-23 victory over rivals Beechwood. Claire Worswick was the star player for the second-placed Sapphires.
Corrina’s county glory
TABLE TENNIS: A Crowton pupil played a starring in role in Cheshire Cadets Under 15’s County Championship winning side. Corrina Bebbington was joined by Matthew McCormick (Widnes), Chris Hatton (Irby), Tom Hill (West Kirby), Corrina Bebbington (Crowton) and Janay Gibson (Widnes) for the event held at Grantham, Lincolnshire. Over five matches, Cheshire beat Norfolk 10-0, Cambridge 10-0, Suffolk 10-0 and Leicestershire 7-3 to top the league table.
Football Morris said: “We look forward to defending our trophies next season .” Mojo’s Retro Stars are: Royce Weedall, Mick Lomas, Smialek, Matty Ayres, Pete Wilkinson, Dave Kirk, Alistair Smith, boss Morris, Lee Taylor and Ronnie James.
CHAMPS: Corrina Bebbington (back, right) was part of Cheshire Cadet U15s’ county championship-winning side.
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Moseley back in the fold
OPEN THE GATES: Northwich Vics are expected to be back in their Marston’s Arena this week.
HOMEWARD BOUND “It means everything. It’s a clean slate and a fresh start.”
WITTON Albion have hailed the return of their prodigal son Mike Moseley. One of the club’s most prolific goalscorers resigned for the club on Saturday morning after requesting to be released by Bradford Park Avenue. Moseley, 29, who has made 300 appearances and scored 149 goals for Witton, including his late strike in Saturday’s 4-1 victory over Buxton (see page 30), will compete for a starting berth with the in-form duo of Lee Thompson and Neil Black. Assistant manager Lee Coathup said that Moseley’s return was another sign that Witton are heading in the right direction. He said: “He’s a great signing for the club and hopefully he’ll give everyone here a big lift. He is not match fit just yet but his goal scoring record is second to none and at this level too. “We hope he is going to be a big player for us during the run in.” Club secretary Phil Chadwick added: “The paperwork went through on Saturday morning so he is our player now. “It will be tough on whoever misses out as everyone is playing well at the moment.” Witton hosted Winsford United last night in the Mid Cheshire Senior Cup semi-final and on Saturday they travel to Boston United (3pm), who are just two points behind in 19th place in the UniBond Premier.
Jim Rushe
NORTHWICH Vics are heading home again after administrators agreed to let them back into the Marston’s Arena.
Club owner Jim Rushe confirmed that he will gain entry back into the stadium if finance firm Deloitte accept a letter backing his £1.5m bid to buy the ground. If the supporting letter from a London-based lending company is agreed by Deloitte then a Licence to Occupy can then be issued. Vics would then rent the ground on a weekly basis until the sale of the ground is completed. Club officials, players and sup-
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porters have been locked out of the stadium since mid January but former chairman Mike Connett, has now surrendered the keys and was subject to a bankruptcy hearing yesterday (Tuesday). Club owner Jim Rushe said: “We are almost there. We have asked Deloitte for a licence to occupy while the deal is being completed. “It means everything. It’s a clean slate and a fresh start. We have not had the stadium revenue since I
have been here so it’s massive. “The work starts here to get the stadium ready in time for the game next week. “We will have to get permission from trading standards and get the security certificate for the ground. “We have had lots of supporters already volunteering to help out so everybody is in this together. “We are fully expecting to permission to get into the ground this week.” This shift in Vics’ fortunes off the field arrives on the back of Saturday’s surprise win at play-off chasing Kidderminster Harriers.
The victory was Steve King’s first since joining the club as manager in November last year and was enough to prise Vics off the bottom of the Blue Square Premier. Vics take on Forest Green Rovers tonight (7.45pm) in a real six-pointer at the New Lawn. Forest Green lie 10 points and one place above Vics and is the next club Vics are targeting to overtake in their race to survive the drop. Next Tuesday, Vics should be back where they belong in time for the visit of Kettering to the Marston’s Arena (7.45pm).
SURVIVAL SCRAP: Witton’s Lee Thompson battles for the ball in Saturday’s 4-1 victory over Buxton. VT140209WITTON-006
Grant aid means club can push the boat out
NORTHWICH Rowing Club members are celebrating after securing £10,000 in lottery funding.
The Awards for All grant was successfully applied for by club officials and now a new boat will be bought for the women’s eight. The boat, which will cost close to £18,000 and would be far too expensive without the lottery funds, will now be used by both women’s squads.
Chairman Simon Bannister said: “The senior women’s squad are very strong and they have been training very hard. “We only have one women’s eight boat and we would not be able to afford another one without this grant. “It is reward for all their hard work we are delighted to put this money to good use and we hope they will continue to go from strength to strength.” Awards for All is a small grants
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scheme administered by the Big Lottery Fund on behalf of Sport England and other organisations supporting good causes. The club’s most famous product, Olympic silver medallist Matthew Langridge, said funding was essential for local clubs to continue to develop. He said: “It’s really good news and
exactly what clubs like Northwich need. They really need to have the backing behind them so they can keep churning out great results at senior and junior level while also producing athletes.” Langridge was in action at the weekend ahead of April’s GB trials in Hazewinkel in Belgium. On Saturday in Boston, Lincolnshire, Langridge finished sixth in a time trial. “I am a bit disappointed really,” he
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said. “It doesn’t really mean anything at the moment as I am concentrating more on my fitness and strength. “I am happy where I am at physically but I do need to start getting the boat moving a bit quicker.” Northwich meanwhile are in preparation for this weekend’s opening event of the season. They will be sending senior and junior crews to the Runcorn Spring Head.
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